PiS politicians organized a press conference regarding a deal with Mercosur and a potential complaint to the EU court, during which a TVN journalist questioned the involvement of a Polish official in an upcoming event in Washington.
During a press conference, PiS politicians Waldemar Buda, Piotr Mueller, and Robert Gontarz discussed the government’s potential complaint to the EU Court of Justice concerning an agreement with Mercosur. They emphasized that no formal complaint had been filed as previously anticipated. The conversation shifted focus when Maciej Knapik from TVN’s 'Fakty' sought a clarification on the possible participation of Karol Nawrocki in Donald Trump's upcoming Peace Council meeting in Washington, scheduled for February 19.
Mueller responded to the journalist's inquiries, highlighting the importance of participating in the international format without incurring losses. However, he emphasized the constitutional framework in Poland that assigns decision-making authority in international affairs between the government and the president, indicating that the hesitation of the Polish president stems from these constitutional mechanisms. He reaffirmed that the president has also directly sought clarification in the matter, expressing a need for institutional communication regarding international involvement.
This situation underscores ongoing tensions within Polish politics, especially regarding international relations and domestic governance issues. The exchange reflects the complexity of decision-making processes in Poland when it comes to international engagement, hinting at a struggle for clarity and coordination between different branches of government, including the presidency and the legislative body, which can hinder effective participation in foreign initiatives.
