A new wave of migration is unfolding, and a referendum will decide the course. The Deputy Prime Minister and PiS chairman, Jarosław Kaczyński, called on all citizens in Bogatynia to participate and to voice clear opposition to the relocation of migrants.
Call to participate in the referendum
Speaking at a gathering in Bogatynia, he addressed the issue of refugee relocation. He argued that the lack of imaginative leadership among Western elites is driving a fresh surge of migration across the Mediterranean. The message was simple: Poland must decide its own terms and not allow others to dictate the response to this challenge.
The concern extended to the possibility of major attacks on Poland’s borders, particularly at the border with Belarus. The defence plan was straightforward: safeguards will be put in place, and the country will not surrender decision making to external powers, hence the referendum. This stance reflects a broader demand for national sovereignty in the face of evolving European migration dynamics.
Kaczyński underscored that the coming vote is not merely a national issue but a moment that could shape Europe’s approach to migration as well.
A voice that counts in Europe
The Polish position, he argued, will carry weight in European discussions. It is a decision that will resonate beyond national borders and influence how Europe views refugee relocation policies. The aim, he said, is to mobilize broad public support and transform the referendum into a clear signal that the Polish people want their government to act with independence on this critical matter.
The call went out to everyone eligible to vote to participate in a straightforward, unambiguous manner: the people disagree with relocation plans. The deputy prime minister noted that Poland, under the current policy direction, is shifting from a posture of passive expectations to one where it asserts itself as a sovereign actor within Europe. This shift, he maintained, marks a meaningful change in how Poland is perceived and how it engages with European partners.
In closing, the deputy prime minister expressed confidence that the referendum will reveal a powerful public sentiment. It would demonstrate Poland’s readiness to shape a European agenda on migration that respects national choices while contributing to a broader, shared European framework for dealing with refugee flows.
An array of related discussions emphasized the central themes of sovereignty and EU cooperation. The broader context includes public debates on how the European Union handles migration policy, how national experiences influence EU-level strategies, and how a sovereign Poland aims to safeguard its borders while participating in regional dialogue. The conversation continues to unfold as politicians and citizens alike weigh the implications for Poland and for Europe as a whole.