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POLAND: Implications of the Constitutional Tribunal ruling
The deepening rule of law dispute between Warsaw and Brussels heightens the risk of further restrictions on Poland’s access to EU funds. Reduced EU funding and rising concerns about Poland’s future membership in the EU could erode voter support for the ruling Law and Justi… Become a member to read the rest of this […]
POLAND: Will PiS govern until the 2023 general election?
The departure of the junior coalition partner Agreement from the United Right coalition government and notable difficulties in advancing the controversial “lex TVN” bill in parliament earlier this month raise questions about whether Mateusz Morawiecki’s government still has a maj… Become a member to read the rest of this article
POLAND: PiS advances controversial Lex TVN despite potentially steep costs
The government’s attempt to gain greater influence over private media will further erode democratic institutions, hurt the country’s business environment and relations with key international allies. The broadcasting bill will test whether the PiS-led government can muster … Become a member to read the rest of this article
POLAND/HUNGARY: Rule of law dispute could bear financial consequences
Hungary and Poland could see further delays in the approval of their national recovery and resilience plans due to rule of law and anti-corruption concerns in both countries. Faced with substantial financial penalties, Budapest and Warsaw would be more likely to compromise… Become a member to read the rest of this article
POLAND: Tusk’s return could spark opposition renewal
A potential return of Donald Tusk to domestic politics could kickstart a renewal of Civic Platform (PO), the largest opposition party in parliament. However, Tusk would have to overcome multiple challenges facing PO and the wider opposition in order to effectively challenge the r… Become a member to read the rest of this article
POLAND: Ambitious recovery package aims to revert the decline of United Right
The government’s ambitious post-pandemic recovery plan is an attempt to recover public support after a challenging year marked by the pandemic and recurring fractures within the United Right coalition. New spending initiatives could slow down fiscal consolidation in th… Become a member to read the rest of this article
POLAND: Bracing for another lockdown
The rapidly deteriorating epidemiological situation raises the probability of a countrywide lockdown in the coming days. The ruling Law and Justice (PiS) party will present details of its new post-pandemic economic and social development program on 20 March. The pro-EU opposition is unlikely to block the ratification of the EU own resources decision in parliament, […]
POLAND/HUNGARY: Compromise agreement only postpones rule of law battles with EU
The proposed rule of law mechanism in the EU remains ambiguous and will likely be postponed due to legal battles, which suits Budapest and Warsaw. The threat of financial sanctions could force Poland and Hungary to alter their policies directly linked to the EU funding but w… Become a member to read the rest […]
EU: Towards overcoming the Polish and Hungarian budget vetoes
The German EU Council presidency appears to have reached an agreement with Poland and Hungary that should allow passage of the bloc’s macro budget and the pandemic recovery fund when heads of state or government meet on 10-11 December. As discussed in the past, the solution see… Become a member to read the rest […]