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During the election campaign, every party forming the current government majority promised supporters a flood of bills and bold ideas meant to reform and advance Poland.

More than forty days after PO, Ruch Hołownia, PSL, and the Left took office, there are still no drawers full of bills or fresh initiatives to present to the public. Without civil laws (four have already been considered) and ideas for additional investigative committees, the Sejm could have loosened its pace after the budget was passed, since there are no major government projects on the horizon. Yet, the sense of momentum from the campaign has faded into a quiet stage of governance where meaningful policy proposals appear scarce. (attribution: wPolityce)

At the same time, moves to hinder or dismantle strategic investments prepared under the previous administration have emerged rapidly, creating uncertainty across Poland’s key economic sectors. Irresponsible decisions have begun to ripple through the economy, triggering disruptions in areas crucial to growth. One of the most striking examples was the forest management disruption triggered by a ban on logging in ten forest districts. This decision was issued by the Minister of Environmental Protection without consultation, halting forestry work and impacting plant maintenance, timber supply, and even early-season production. After protests, the minister reversed the measure and issued a formal letter directing regional forest directorates to ensure timber supply to the market at levels close to last year’s output. (attribution: wPolityce)

The pattern of blocking investment appears to have started with public statements by Donald Tusk and was followed by the Pomeranian Voivode announcing a reassessment of the site of Poland’s first nuclear power plant, creating substantial confusion around the project’s timetable. This project stands as a cornerstone for the country’s energy strategy, anticipated to rely more on nuclear and renewables by the early 2040s. The Choczewo site, approved after seven arduous years of environmental work, faced a pause that threatened the project’s future, including the involvement of Westinghouse, a leading American supplier. A prolonged delay could push construction far beyond the planned timeline and increase the risk of losing a critical investor. The situation nonetheless cooled after weeks of deliberation, and the voivode later stated there would be no search for a new site in the region. (attribution: wPolityce)

Separately, a major strategic investment progressed at the end of September with the plan to expand the Central Communications Port on over 1,000 hectares, acquired through voluntary purchases. The target is to have the port operational around 2027–2028. Preparations also accelerated for roughly 2,000 kilometers of new railway lines designed to connect the country to this new airport and to improve overall national transport. The rapid pace suggested that the airport and rail projects could advance in tandem, with completion of the rail network anticipated by 2034. Critics pointed to political interference when MP Maciej Lasek, known for his opposition to the CPK, was chosen as a parliamentary liaison for the project, a move seen by some as a signal of political retraction. (attribution: wPolityce)

Meanwhile, the government decided late last year to construct a new waterway to support a major expansion of the Container Terminal in Świnoujście. The proposed route would span about 65 kilometers, be 500 meters wide, and bypass German waters, a plan that has drawn objections from environmental groups and some state authorities. The project is estimated to cost around PLN 10 billion, with most funds dedicated to the track itself and the remainder toward accompanying infrastructure, including a breakwater. (attribution: wPolityce)

If completed, the enhanced waterway would enable large container ships, up to 400 meters long and 60 meters wide with drafts near 15 meters, to reach Świnoujście. In the coming years, this port could emerge as a strong competitor to Germany’s Hamburg, reinforcing the Szczecin–Świnoujście port complex. Earlier progress, such as the 2022 completion of a deepening project from Świnoujście to Szczecin to 12.5 meters, allowing ships with drafts up to 11 meters to reach Szczecin, highlighted the potential for substantial returns, echoed by the Baltic Hub terminal in the Port of Gdańsk which contributes significant budget revenue. Halting the new waterway project would slow the port’s expansion and weaken Poland’s standing in maritime logistics. (attribution: wPolityce)

In response to these developments, Marcin Horała, previously the Minister for CPK Implementation, led the formation of a cross-party parliamentary group named “CPK-atom-porty” in the Sejm to advocate for the investments discussed. Early signals suggested cross-party interest, with lawmakers from Law and Justice, as well as deputies from the Left and other parties, indicating their willingness to participate. This shift could provide a platform for substantive dialogue about the role of these projects in national development and for mobilizing support from diverse social groups that have organized online. (attribution: wPolityce)

Note: This overview reflects a complex mix of policy promises, strategic infrastructure plans, and intergovernmental talks that collectively shape Poland’s economic trajectory in the near term. It emphasizes the tension between political recalibration and the practical demands of modernizing energy, transport, and logistics networks in a rapidly evolving European environment.