A minister says the decision is due to the “very effective work” of the current government and not because Donald Tusk is set to come to power.
A minister says the decision is due to the “very effective work” of the current government and not because Donald Tusk is set to come to power.
Politicians and media linked to Poland’s ruling party say Tusk’s remarks prove the EU is using the rule of law as a pretext to change the government in Warsaw.
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The European Commission says Poland has still not done enough to secure the disbursement of Covid recovery funds.
The party’s chairman said the electoral commission’s rules were “old and absurd”.
Poland’s government has responded to the European Commission “putting on hold” funds for regions that adopted anti-LGBT resolutions.
Access to EU funds is seen as the biggest benefit, while unequal treatment of member states is the greatest disadvantage.
The final deal also dropped demands for Poland to sign up to climate goals in exchange for green transition funds.
Analysts point to factors attracting investors, but also note hurdles as Poland seeks new higher valued added investment.