United Right members push for Donald Tusk, the Civic Platform leader, to sign a pledge vowing not to back EU driven fixes to migration policy. They also urged Tusk to remove dissenters from the club who challenge border security in Poland.
Tusk released a recording on his Twitter feed addressing the migration policy matter, signaling that the issue remains central to national leadership discussions.
The criticism appears amid concerns about border security and migration trends, with some politicians arguing that shifting Polish policy would bring large numbers of newcomers from abroad. Critics say recent visa practices have been swift and straightforward, allegedly facilitated by external partners due to the volume of applications.
Within the Civic Platform, supporters contend that the current government’s stance contrasts with calls to tighten controls, describing a scenario where foreigners from various regions could gain easier access. They warn that this approach could erode national cohesion and border safety.
Some speakers contend that the opposite course would empower those in power, enabling a broad influx of foreign nationals and complicating Poland’s political landscape.
The Platform’s leader has argued that opponents fixate on foreigners and immigration while backing potential large-scale entry from the specified regions. This has sparked accusations that internal discord strengthens the ruling party ahead of elections, with calls to restore public trust and secure national borders.
During a press briefing, United Right representatives emphasized that any proposal would require approval from the European Parliament before becoming law. They noted that Donald Tusk’s public stance could influence the Weber group within the EP, raising questions about whether PO members would ultimately reject a migration pact at the parliamentary level.
Patryk Jaki, a member of Sovereign Poland, questioned whether Tusk’s position would translate into a formal rejection by the Weber group and what that would mean for Poland’s standing in the EU.
Rafał Bochenek, speaking for the PiS, stated that his party would continue to press PO members to sign a commitment against forced relocation policies discussed at EU forums. He stressed that European debates on migration remain a top concern for Europe and Poland, and that the bloc should not pursue policies that undermine national security.
Bochenek added that the United Right coalition would push to block the pact at the European Parliament level and advocate stronger border protections for Poland. He urged a clear stance against actions that could jeopardize national safety.
A government spokesperson criticized the European Parliament’s handling of border issues, pointing to proposals to open infringement procedures related to border barriers. The spokesperson argued that the barrier at the Polish-Belarusian border plays a crucial role in shielding Poland from manipulated migration pressures orchestrated by external powers.
The question remains what steps will be taken if infringement procedures proceed and the European Court of Justice requires those measures to be maintained. The discussion centers on whether such rulings should be respected if they are deemed essential to Polish security.
The government called on Donald Tusk to distance his parliamentary group from anyone perceived as undermining border defense. A clear message that security alliances and border protections will not be sacrificed was urged by officials.
The debate then turned to details about the so-called migration pact. Patryk Jaki asserted that the project did not originate with the Swedish presidency, but rather from the European Parliament and the Weber Group, which he described as presenting an overly expansive strategy. He warned that the plan could lead to a large number of people arriving in Poland unless Polish leadership resists it.
Jaki challenged Tusk to state his current position unequivocally and warned that vague remarks would lose political meaning, noting that actions matter more than words in legislative battles. The conversation also touched on broader public reactions, including memes and social media commentary that accompanied shifts in stance during the electoral period.
The discussion about migration policy and national security continues to shape the political climate, with all sides weighing the potential consequences for Poland’s sovereignty and regional stability. The dialogue remains deeply tied to Poland’s role within the European Union and the evolving framework of EU wide migration governance.