Centrist Donald Tusk Takes the Helm as Poland's New Prime Minister
  • 4 months ago
Centrist Donald Tusk, a former leader of the European Council, has been elected prime minister of Poland, returning to a position he held from 2007-2014. Tusk's election comes after the ruling conservative Law and Justice party lost a confidence vote in parliament, ending their 8 years in power. Tusk leads a coalition of centrist and liberal-conservative parties that have promised to restore democratic standards and improve Poland's relationship with allies. Tusk will have to address issues like inflation, tensions with Hungary over Ukraine policy, and competition from Ukrainian industries that have angered some Polish voters.
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