Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated Vladimir Putin’s plan for Poland involves destabilizing the country and inciting division within the European Union.
Global Instability and a ‘Shakespearean’ Moment
Donald Tusk’s speech began with thanks to party members, congratulations to regional leaders, and remarks on a coalition that “does not quarrel.” He then addressed global events, particularly security threats.
“Let’s call a spade a spade: the world we’ve known for decades is crumbling before our eyes. Some argue it no longer exists. Shocks, wars, a geopolitical paradigm shift,” Tusk said.
“This all means we are in the midst of history. A history, one might say, Shakespearean. Politics has taken on this Shakespearean dimension in Poland, Europe, and the world: ‘to be or not to be, that is the question’ facing nations, politicians, and leaders,” he added.
Putin’s Five-Point Plan
Tusk identified Russian President Vladimir Putin as the greatest threat to Europe. He described Putin’s plan for Poland as “simple, clear, and unhidden.”
“We can call this plan Putin’s five points. It is an attempt to divide, weaken the European Union, and a classic incitement against the European Union, organized by people serving Russian interests also here in Poland,” Tusk stated.
Changes Within Civic Coalition (KO)
Saturday’s council meeting – during which new vice-chairpersons will be elected – marks the culmination of internal elections within the grouping, the first since the Civic Platform (PO) merged with Modern and Poland Initiative.
Leadership Roles for Modern and Poland Initiative
The leaders of Poland Initiative and Modern – Barbara Nowacka and Adam Szłapka – are expected to assume the role of vice-chairpersons. Both parties were dissolved in October of last year, with their members largely joining KO.
Potential Shift in Vice-Chairperson Positions
According to sources within PAP, some current vice-chairpersons may lose their positions and be replaced by new faces. The number of vice-chairpersons will increase from 10 to 15, following a change to the grouping’s statutes.