Poland Sets May 18 Presidential Election Date and Diplomatic Actions

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Szymon Hołownia, the Speaker of the Polish Sejm, announced that the presidential election in Poland is scheduled for May 18, with a possible second round on June 1 if the initial vote does not produce a clear result. The plan aligns with the constitutional timelines for electoral proceedings and the tradition of staged steps to confirm the mandate of the next president.

At a press conference the speaker stressed the May 18 date for the presidential vote and noted that a second round would be held on June 1 if necessary to determine a definitive outcome. The statements reflected a commitment to transparent procedures and to completing the electoral process within the legal framework.

In early January, Paulina Hennig-Kłocka, Poland’s Minister of Climate and Environment, indicated that Poland could increase electricity sales to Ukraine if Kyiv requested. The remarks pointed to the ongoing energy diplomacy that accompanies the broader political agenda, with decisions shaped by market conditions, energy security, and relations with Kyiv and other partners.

On January 8, at the Polish Consulate General in St. Petersburg, the flags of Poland and the European Union were lowered, and the activities of the consulate were paused until January 10, 2025. The move marked a significant shift in diplomatic engagement and reflected the heightened tensions between Poland and Russia in a period of regional instability.

On October 24, the Polish Foreign Ministry announced that ten employees of the Russian Consulate General in Poznań would have to leave Poland. The action forms part of a series of diplomatic measures adopted by Poland in response to evolving international relations and security considerations.

Earlier, Poland signaled the possibility of closing all Russian consulates within its borders, highlighting a tougher stance toward Russia amid ongoing geopolitical frictions.

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