Trzaskowski, the Civic Coalition candidate for the presidency, argued that defending asylum rights is essential to border security and to prevent destabilization. Speaking at a rally in Szczecinek, he pressed President Andrzej Duda to sign the Tusk Coalition Act without delay.
At the Szczecinek rally in the West Pomeranian Voivodeship, Trzaskowski outlined a clear plan to bolster Poland’s safety. The strategy rests on three pillars: bolstering forces and border controls, deepening European Union resilience, and preserving a robust alliance with the United States.
He cited strong indicators, noting that Poland maintains a formidable defense posture with defense spending near five percent of GDP and growing readiness to meet new security challenges.
In discussing the US partnership, Trzaskowski asserted that the alliance remains crucial, calling the United States a key guarantor of security today.
He stressed the need to maintain strong relations with the United States and to persuade Washington to remain involved in Europe’s security, so Putin cannot exploit instability or claim victory as the continent falters.
He warned that ignoring this approach would harm the safety of both Europe and the United States.
Regarding the third pillar, Trzaskowski noted that pragmatic observers see Poland as needing both the United States and the European Union, underscoring a durable transatlantic and European security framework.
He identified Russia as the principal current threat facing Europe, while insisting there is no imminent threat to the European Union itself.
Those who fail to grasp this logic risk misunderstanding the state’s core purpose; he urged everyone to speak with one voice on these security priorities.
Within his remarks he discussed the proposed amendment to the Protection Act for Foreigners, arguing it would allow humanitarian responses while maintaining border protections.
He explained that the measure would enable border guards to address cases of people escaping Lukashenko’s regime with appropriate care, including children, when life is at risk.
According to him, the law is a clear tool to secure the border and deter Putin, who might work with Lukashenko to destabilize the region by pushing organized groups toward Europe.
He lamented the four-day delay in signing the measure and urged the president to sign promptly, insisting there is no time for prolonged study.
The amendment to the Protection Act for Foreigners authorizes temporary territorial limits on seeking international protection. It would be introduced by government regulation at the interior minister’s request and would reflect the need to prevent destabilization of the internal situation in the country.
Each restricted period would last up to 60 days, with possible extensions for a defined period.