Polish presidential advisor Alvin Gajadhur denies President Karol Nawrocki helped Zbigniew Ziobro obtain asylum in Hungary.
Advisor Denies Presidential Involvement
On Sunday, January 18, during the “Woronicza 17” program on TVP Info, the topic of Zbigniew Ziobro’s asylum in Hungary was discussed. Unofficial information had suggested that President Karol Nawrocki played a significant role in obtaining this asylum, but presidential advisor Alvin Gajadhur firmly rejected these claims.
Political Persecution Claimed
Gajadhur stated that Nawrocki was not involved in granting asylum to Ziobro, emphasizing this was a matter for Hungary. He suggested that Hungary recognized potential issues with democracy in Poland under Prime Minister Donald Tusk, implying Ziobro could not expect a fair process in his home country.
The host noted there is no Polish court decision indicating Ziobro is persecuted, which is typically required for political asylum. Gajadhur countered that Poland’s position in the rule of law ranking (32nd) is not a source of pride, especially compared to Hungary’s lower standing (79th).
Ziobro’s Legal Situation
Zbigniew Ziobro announced he received asylum in Hungary on December 22. The Law and Justice politician is currently suspected of 26 crimes, including leading an organized criminal group and improperly spending funds from the Justice Fund.
