MIL ASI Translation. Region: Polish/Europe –
Fuente: Gobierno de Polonia en poleco.
During his speech in the Sejm, Prime Minister Donald Tusk recalled that the success of the elections on October 15 paved the way for strengthening democracy and independence in Poland. The head of government also referred to geopolitical challenges, emphasizing the need for decisive protection of the eastern border. The Prime Minister assured that Poland will be in the vanguard of countries introducing changes to asylum regulations in defense of the stability of the region. October 15 – anniversary of the victory of democracy
Already at the beginning of his speech in the Sejm, Prime Minister Donald Tusk recalled that the victory of the dinner on October 15 was in fact a success for the Polish nation.
This applause, for which I am very grateful, is addressed to the millions of Polish women and men who, a year ago, on October 15, made a decision of historical significance
– noted the Prime Minister. The last parliamentary elections, in which a record turnout was achieved, were an exceptional event in the history of Polish democracy.
As someone who was lucky enough to be in the shipyard in 1980, I can confirm that something equally important, equally sacred happened on October 15 – the nation united, spoke out and removed the evil government.
– Donald Tusk emphasized. The victory on October 15 would not have been possible without the great determination of Polish society, which in recent years has actively participated in protests and demonstrations in defense of women’s rights, the independence of courts and democracy.
The elections on October 15th were about everything. Not only democracy was at stake. Today it is already clear that the stakes of these, as well as the upcoming presidential elections, are also Polish independence
– Prime Minister summed up. The head of government also referred to the address delivered a moment earlier by President Andrzej Duda.
I am grateful to President Duda for not taking the opportunity to remain silent on the anniversary of Poland’s victory, the victory of Polish women and men over those who also exercised power in his name. I am grateful that he has made everyone in Poland aware in such a clear and unambiguous way – I hope so – of how important the upcoming presidential elections will be; that we must complete this work.
– stated Donald Tusk. The presidential elections will be held in 2025.
Geopolitical Challenges and Border Security
El prime minister Donald Tusk also referred from the Sejm’s rostrum to the difficult geopolitical situation that our country is currently facing.
We are in a situation – not only Poland, but Poland in particular – that can be said to be a situation of conflict, of direct threat of war. Today we have to make unequivocal decisions
– declared the head of government. The Prime Minister reminded that Poland cannot afford any cooperation with pro-Putin politicians in Europe. The defense of the eastern border of our country is also a challenge for the current government.
Our decisions are aimed at effective protection of the border, but also, as stated in the government strategy, zero deaths on the border – both on the side of migrants and, above all, on the side of Polish soldiers.
– Donald Tusk emphasized. The Prime Minister corrected the words of President Andrzej Duda, according to whom, as a result of the introduction of the new migration strategy, Belarusian oppositionists will have a problem obtaining asylum in Poland.
There has not been a single case of a Belarusian oppositionist trying to illegally cross the Polish-Belarusian border in groups organized by Lukashenka.
– said the Prime Minister. He explained once again that the migration strategy for 2025-2028, “Regaining Control, Ensuring Security,” adopted by the government on Tuesday is not about suspending human rights, but about introducing a temporary and territorial suspension of the right to asylum, i.e. not accepting asylum applications from people brought to the border by the Belarusian authorities.
Poland and Poles on the side of human rights
Modern regimes exploit human rights to wage hybrid warfare.
The sacred right to political asylum for a persecuted refugee has been transformed into a tool cynically used by Putin, Lukashenko and human smugglers.
– Primer Ministro explained. Poland will defend its border by taking internal actions and holding talks with our partners in Brussels.
Poland will be in the vanguard of those countries that will change regulations, including international ones, which are completely inadequate to this situation
– announced the head of government. The Polish government has the courage to speak out about the need to change the approach to defending the eastern borders of the European Union.
Poland and Poles have proven that they are on the side of democracy, on the side of human rights. No one in Europe can accuse me personally, our government, Poland, or Poles of anything. We stand in solidarity, when necessary, with Ukrainians. We stood for women’s rights, human rights.
– the Prime Minister listed. The essence of the elections on October 15 were independence, democracy and security – these values also guide the new migration strategy. Prime Minister Donald Tusk will also discuss the need to change the approach to illegal migration on Thursday in Brussels.
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