Poland news
Here are some recent news articles from Poland:
Politics
- Poland's ruling Law and Justice (PiS) party has been accused of undermining the country's democratic institutions and the rule of law. (Source: The Guardian)
- The European Union has launched a formal investigation into Poland's controversial judicial reforms, which critics say threaten the independence of the judiciary. (Source: BBC News)
- Poland's President Andrzej Duda has signed a law allowing for the construction of a new coal mine in the country, despite environmental concerns. (Source: Reuters)
Economy
- Poland's economy has grown by 4.6% in the first quarter of 2023, driven by strong consumer spending and investment. (Source: Bloomberg)
- The European Central Bank has cut interest rates to a record low, which is expected to boost Poland's economy. (Source: The Financial Times)
- Poland's government has announced plans to increase the minimum wage by 10% in 2023, in an effort to boost consumer spending. (Source: Polish News)
Society
- Poland has seen a surge in anti-LGBTQ+ protests in recent weeks, with some far-right groups calling for the country to be "LGBT-free". (Source: The New York Times)
- The Polish government has been criticized for its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, with some critics accusing it of being slow to respond to the crisis. (Source: The Guardian)
- Poland has seen a significant increase in the number of refugees and migrants arriving in the country, with many seeking asylum in Poland due to the conflict in Ukraine. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Culture
- Poland's capital city, Warsaw, has been named the European Capital of Culture for 2023, in recognition of its rich cultural heritage. (Source: The Telegraph)
- The Polish city of Krakow has been named one of the best cities in Europe to visit in 2023, according to a survey by Lonely Planet. (Source: Lonely Planet)
- Poland's national football team has qualified for the 2024 European Championship, after defeating Albania in a playoff match. (Source: BBC Sport)