The Sejm will resume its proceedings at 9:00 AM with questions on current affairs, and from 11:15 AM – at the request of PiS – a briefing on the "catastrophic state of state finances after ten months of the December 13th coalition's rule," addressed to the Minister of Finance.



At 1:45 PM, the Sejm will consider a bill introduced by Poland 2050 MPs, establishing the institution of "blind lawsuit" to combat defamatory online posts. Subsequently, the Sejm will review government bills. At 3:15 PM, the second reading of the bill on population protection and civil defence is scheduled to begin. At 5:30 PM, the first reading of the bill establishing the Fiscal Council is planned. This council is intended to be a "new, expert, and independent" institution that will "increase the transparency of public finances."



At 7:00 PM, the first reading of the amendment postponing the introduction of the deposit-refund system to October 1, 2025, is scheduled. In turn, at 8:30 PM, MPs will discuss a bill concerning the introduction of a transitional period for public entities to adapt to the e-delivery system.



The Senate will resume its session at 11:00 AM. This is the last day of the current session.



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Prime Minister Donald Tusk is embarking on a two-day visit to Budapest for the European Political Community summit and an informal European Council meeting. Before his departure, a press conference by the head of government is scheduled for 8:30 AM. The Centre for Information Government Communication (CIR) will provide updates throughout the day regarding potential media encounters on-site.



At 11:00 AM, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is scheduled to welcome Prime Minister Tusk. At 11:15 AM, the head of the Polish government will participate in the opening of the European Political Community plenary session, and at 12:30 PM, in a working session on migration.



At 3:25 PM, Prime Minister Tusk will meet with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The last event scheduled for Thursday is the Prime Minister's participation in the closing session of the European Political Community at 4:00 PM.



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A press conference by Mariusz Błaszczak, Rafał Bochenek, and Katarzyna Sójka is scheduled for 9:00 AM in the Sejm.



At 10:30 AM, Minister of National Defence Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz will meet with his Czech counterpart in Warsaw. A joint statement to the media is planned for 11:15 AM.



At 11:00 AM, a press conference by the Minister of Sport and Tourism, Sławomir Nitras, dedicated to the amendment of the Sports Law will commence. Members of the boards of Polish sports associations will also participate in the meeting.



At 3:00 PM, a press conference by the President of the National Bank of Poland (NBP), Adam Glapiński, will be held at the NBP headquarters, focusing on the assessment of the current economic situation in Poland.



At 5:30 PM in Łańcut, the Gala of the XXII edition of the RP President's Economic Award will take place with the participation of President Andrzej Duda.



At 6:00 PM, an open meeting with Rafał Trzaskowski will begin in Lublin.

- I congratulate [him/them], I have no fears of the black scenarios some are presenting. And why? Because Poland is allocating 4.7% of its GDP to defense, to security next year - stated Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz in a conversation with Bogdan Rymanowski on Radio Zet.

- Because we are one of the best allies, and in my opinion, the best ally and representative today of this Polish-European-American cooperation within the EU. I also see opportunities to play a very important role - he continued.

- Certainly [an opportunity] to be a bridge between the USA and the EU. Poland has a chance to play an important role. I see a huge opportunity for Poland here - stated Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz on Radio Zet.

- I have a different opinion on this [than Robert Biedroń]. I believe that if the decision of the American nation is such, then the role of allied states is to accept that decision, not to question who received the votes - he continued.

- Regardless of these personal assessments, one of the main tasks for Poland and Europe is to solidify transatlantic relations. I want to emphasize this very clearly; it is one of Poland's standing interests. If we anticipate certain turns or turbulence in geopolitics and the international situation, then it is all the more important for both Europe and Poland to effectively care for the best possible transatlantic relations - stated Prime Minister Donald Tusk at a press conference.

- Do you feel like the "Polish Trump"? - Marcin Fijołek asked on Polsat News' "Graffiti".

- Look how I'm even dressed. I have a red tie on a white shirt and a black jacket. It just so happened - replied Przemysław Czarnek, laughing.

When pressed about his potential presidential run, he stated: - I wouldn't want to, but if it turns out that polls show I have the greatest chance of winning, then in the name of responsibility for the Polish state and for the freedom of Poles - yes.

- There was no such conversation [with President Trump]. This morning I learned that Minister Bartoszewski conveyed such information. I will be clarifying with Minister Bartoszewski where he got that idea - stated Prime Minister Donald Tusk at a press conference.

- I don't want to use overly strong or harsh words, but it is the Polish voters who decide who governs in Poland. Who governs in the USA is decided by American voters - stated Prime Minister Donald Tusk at a press conference.

- We will respect, without any problem, for obvious reasons, the democratic verdict in the USA, and sympathies or antipathies have nothing to do with it. We expect the same, but especially from Polish politicians, that they recognize that all countries, even the most powerful, will unequivocally respect the verdict of Polish voters - he continued.

- No [Poland should not shoot down missiles over Ukraine] - stated Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz in a conversation with Bogdan Rymanowski on Radio Zet.

- Here is Donald Tusk in his full glory - wrote Mateusz Morawiecki on social media, publishing a compilation of statements made by the head of the Polish government.

Przed Państwem @donaldtusk w pełnej okazałości⤵️ pic.twitter.com/idlI5Ezi8H

— Mateusz Morawiecki (@MorawieckiM) November 7, 2024

- We have very good contacts with all sides of the US political scene, with Democrats and Republicans, with Republicans and Democrats, with President Biden's administration and – I deeply believe – that good years of cooperation await us with President Trump's administration – stated Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz at a press conference.

- I clearly indicated that the role of a center-right party, which the PSL is, and the fact that today it is my party that is responsible for the Ministry of Defence, is only a good sign that cooperation with the American right, the center-right, through a center-right party from Poland can be as good as possible – he continued.

- It's hard to disagree with Minister Siewiera's words [regarding Antoni Macierewicz], and if they come from the vicinity of the Presidential Palace, the opposition party should reflect even more, and I am surprised that to this day it has not distanced itself from Antoni Macierewicz's actions - stated Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz at a press conference.

Prime Minister Donald Tusk, during a meeting of the European Political Community and an informal session of the European Council in Budapest, held a conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, as announced on social media.

- The accusations Donald Tusk has leveled against Donald Trump are a matter of great caliber. He should immediately explain these words. Polish-American relations are at stake - Prime Minister Donald Tusk wrote on social media.

Oskarżenia, które Tusk wystosował wobec Donalda Trumpa to sprawa wielkiego kalibru. Powinen natychmiast wytłumaczyć się z tych słów. Na szali leżą relacje polsko-amerykańskie.

— Mariusz Błaszczak (@mblaszczak) November 7, 2024

- We do not comment publicly on personnel matters, particularly technical ones, such as who is going where and when. Ambassador Klich will head Poland's mission in Washington - stated Radosław Sikorski at a press conference.

- The current rise in inflation is not a surprise to us. Because it results primarily from a strong increase in energy prices. It was clear that if energy prices were raised, inflation would clearly increase. We warned about this well in advance - stated Adam Glapiński at a press conference.

- The sources of elevated inflation are entirely independent of monetary policy, of NBP policy, of interest rates, and all other elements of monetary policy. These are external factors, these are factors resulting from administrative and regulatory decisions. However, core inflation, which is inflation excluding food and energy prices, is also elevated – stated Adam Glapiński at a press conference.

- The National Bank of Poland has launched various forms of assistance for the flood-affected population. As you know, we have made our bank vehicles available, and we have also opened our only holiday resort, 'Bankowiec' in Zakopane - said Adam Glapiński at a press conference.

Prime Minister Donald Tusk, French President Emmanuel Macron, and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz have issued a joint statement regarding the situation in Georgia.

We reiterate our concern regarding the conduct of the parliamentary elections in Georgia in light of the preliminary findings published by the international election observation mission. Of particular concern are reports of numerous irregularities and instances of voter intimidation, which have negatively impacted public trust in the process.

"We call for a swift examination of complaints and reports of irregularities"

We call for a swift examination of all complaints and reports of irregularities related to the elections in a transparent manner, and we will thoroughly review the final report of the international observation mission once it is published.

We support the democratic and European aspirations of the Georgian people. The right to participate in peaceful assemblies and freedom of expression are fundamental rights of democratic societies, and therefore must be protected and respected.

"The European Council has noted Georgia's deviation from the European path"

We call for an open dialogue with all political forces and civil society organizations to achieve this goal. Prior to the parliamentary elections held on October 26, the European Council had noted Georgia's deviation from the European path and called for free and fair elections.

Until Georgia changes its current course and undertakes concrete reform efforts, including in particular the repeal of new legislation contrary to European values and principles, we will not be able to express support for the opening of accession negotiations with Georgia.

- There are no plans to reinstate conscription [to the military]. It is suspended, and today we are not complaining about the number of volunteers joining the army - stated Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz on RMF FM.

- I believe that a centrist president certainly has a much better chance of defeating PiS than a radically left-wing candidate - stated Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz on RMF FM.

- As Third Way, we will propose Szymon Hołownia - he continued.

- Everyone decides individually in the Polish People's Party (PSL). There is no party discipline here. Everyone uses their own reason and knows what decision to make. Regarding referring it for committee work, it seems to me that, as before, it will be sent to committee. It has already been sent to committee once - stated Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz on RMF FM.

- I believe it can be improved in committee, and many people may vote for it tomorrow or abstain from voting, as it was before. These votes will likely be divided within the PSL - he continued.

- Of course he has a chance [for the PiS candidate to win the election]. If anyone today claims that the PiS candidate has no chance, we don't know his name yet, I recommend they recall 2014, because I still see it before my eyes, the moment Andrzej Duda's candidacy was announced - stated Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz on RMF FM.

- I will tell you one thing, I can speak for myself: I will not give up. I am determined, I am ready to face all challenges, as soon as KO makes a decision, we will all focus on hard work – said Rafał Trzaskowski at a meeting in Lublin.

– Does PiS, in your opinion, not play into Donald Trump boycotting Poland? Because some politicians are even publicly admitting that they brought quotes from Polish government politicians’ statements about Donald Trump to Trump’s campaign staff – asked Justyna Dobrosz-Oracz in TVP Info’s “Question of the Day”.

– It seems to be about one of the MEPs – stated Radosław Sikorski.

– Your [Dominik] Tarczyński’s – the host clarified.

– This is scandalous and such great hypocrisy, because not so long ago they themselves spoke of “denouncing Poland”, and they meant the debate in the European Parliament, which is also our parliament. So, such incitement of the new administration against the Polish government? I don’t like it – stated the Minister of Foreign Affairs.

- Your wife, the distinguished publicist Anne Applebaum, also sharply criticized Trump. I don't know if you are aware, but some Civic Platform politicians even claim that this will prevent you from competing for a presidential nomination at this moment – stated Justyna Dobrosz-Oracz on TVP Info's “Question of the Day.”

- But, Madam Editor, you surely do not believe that a wife is an extension of her husband? – Sikorski retorted.

- Absolutely not. That's why I'm quoting your colleagues, who claim that since she had very good relations – and still does – with Democrats, you were careful, but your wife was not, this could affect these relations – the host continued.

- My wife is a distinguished historian and publicist. Also in the American context. Besides, in the past, she also voted for Republicans – commented the politician.