“We are learning from local consumers and laying the groundwork for a long-term presence in Romania,” says Żabka’s vice president.
Business
Polish government proposes 3% hike in minimum wage for 2026
The proposed increase was criticised by both trade unions and business groups.
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Poland campaigns to replace Russia in G20
A minister says the idea has been “very well received” by the United States.
Poland announces plans to “de-Russify” economy with “anti-Putin shield”
The first part of the package aims to lower high food prices, give additional payments to pensioners and invest in energy independence.
How Europe can become independent from Russian energy
Michał Wojtyło
Ending reliance on Russia will be challenging and expensive for Europe, but is achievable.
Poland’s first self-sufficient electricity microgrid launched at former coal mine
The microgrid is supplied by solar and wind generators, as well as gas, and currently provides electricity to 54 households.
Free clothes “shop” for Ukrainian refugees opens in disused Polish mall
The Kraków Plaza mall has also been turned into a temporary shelter for hundreds of refugees from Ukraine.
Poland “will be independent from Russian gas in six months”, says PM
“We need to cut the oxygen from this war – money from the oligarchs, from oil, gas and other commodities,” says Mateusz Morawiecki.
Ukrainian refugees face difficulties exchanging money in Poland, warns human rights commissioner
Many currency exchanges are not accepting hryvnia at all or are only offering extremely low conversion rates.
Polish consumer office advises shoppers how to boycott Russian products
Many of Poland’s biggest retail chains have already withdrawn Russian and Belarusian products.
Poland to separate state coal assets to boost investment in lower emission energy
But some analysts have raised concern over how it will be financed, the lack of scrutiny, and the market power of the new entity.
Poland to make it easier for Ukrainian refugees to work and receive child benefits
“We are preparing changes to the regulations that will allow for long-term support for Ukrainian citizens,” says a minister.
Poland to lift Sunday trading ban in regions on Ukraine border
The government announced yesterday that shops may open to serve “the greater good”.
Poland to ban Russian airlines from its airspace
The ban is being “processed immediately” and “will apply from midnight”, says a government spokesman.
