Poland’s new president puts EU billions and trade goals at risk

Poland’s recent presidential election, resulting in the victory of rightwing nationalist Karol Nawrocki, poses a significant threat to the EU’s trade ambitions and jeopardizes billions in EU funds for Warsaw, according to officials. Nawrocki’s election could stall necessary reforms for accessing EU funds and may align Poland with other Eurosceptic leaders, undermining the pro-EU government led by Donald Tusk. With Nawrocki’s ability to veto legislation and his opposition to EU policies, Poland’s commitment to judicial reforms and support for the crucial Mercosur trade deal is now in serious doubt.

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