Polish political shifts examined through the lens of openness and collaboration
The new government should embody transparency and invite diverse circles to participate, the former deputy prime minister and former minister of assets, Jacek Sasin, stated on Monday. He indicated that this government would be distinct from the one he previously belonged to.
During Polsat’s Guest of Events, Sasin, who once held the roles of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State Assets, explained why Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki did not join the new cabinet. He attributed the omission to the Prime Minister’s own decision, underscoring that this is Morawiecki’s government and that he never anticipated being part of it. Like many of the ministers associated with Law and Justice, who have guided political strategy, Sasin described the new government as a different team from the United Right that previously enjoyed an independent majority in the Sejm.
He noted that the new cabinet carries a broader mandate. It should reflect openness to a range of groups, inviting different programs and expertise, while maintaining a political dimension. According to Sasin, this cabinet is meant to bring in fresh faces and capable professionals who have contributed to Poland in various capacities in recent times.
Marzena Małek, who had served as Director General at the Ministry of State Assets and has substantial experience in local government, business, and administration, was identified by Sasin as a strong candidate to lead the ministry. Her background positions her well to guide the department through a period of transition.
Sasin also addressed the question of Mariusz Błaszczak’s involvement in the new government. Błaszczak had previously indicated that he would not participate in the new cabinet. Sasin described the decision as a responsible one, arguing that matters of state defense and security should avoid experimentation, especially when the country faces external threats and ongoing conflict abroad. He stressed the need for stability in the defense portfolio to prevent unnecessary changes during a volatile time.
He added that the party which won the most votes in the election should not be deprived of the chance to form a government. In Sasin’s view, nearly eight million Poles cast ballots for the party, creating a democratic expectation that it would attempt to form a government and, if possible, extend its mandate. If that effort fails, it remains a parliamentary decision, but it does not absolve the party of its obligation to pursue the formation process.
According to him, discussions about garnering support for Morawiecki’s government should proceed with seriousness and candor. He emphasized that, given the ongoing transition, no strategic decisions would be made at this stage. The question about whether Morawiecki would call for a vote of confidence or resign early from the government formation process was framed as a matter of the Prime Minister’s prerogative, a stance he described as the current expectation.
Asked about the appointment of Jacek Ozdoba as minister without portfolio, Sasin described the arrangement as a feature of a coalition government. Ozdoba represents Sovereign Poland, which, together with Law and Justice, forms the United Right and enables such a role within the cabinet.
When the discussion turned to potential severance payments for ministers if departures occurred after a short period, Sasin admitted uncertainty about whether a two-week mission would warrant compensation. He also indicated that Morawiecki would likely lead the cabinet through a formal vote of confidence rather than resigning before the process concludes. In his view, that is the Prime Minister’s current approach to governance.
The remarks closed with a note that the situation remains in flux as Poland navigates a critical political moment.
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