Poland's New President: A Potential Showdown with the EU?

Poland's Presidential Election: Nawrocki's Win Sets Stage for Potential Conflict with Tusk. Poland's recent presidential election has brought Karol Nawrocki to power, setting the stage for a potential showdown with Prime Minister Donald Tusk. Nawrocki, aligned with the right-wing Law and Justice Party, has openly discussed using his veto power. This stance directly opposes Tusk's pro-EU policies. "Nawrocki will likely continue the work of outgoing right-wing President Andrzej Duda," reports Aljoša Milenković of CGTN Europe. This could lead to further clashes with the EU over judicial reforms and rule of law. Adding to the complexity, Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has hailed Nawrocki's victory, suggesting a potential strengthening of the Warsaw-Budapest axis. The situation could also lead to increased cooperation between Warsaw and Washington. The election marks a new chapter in Polish politics, with potential implications for the EU and global relations.