Poland's president asserts the supremacy of national law over EU authority, yet despite claims of sovereignty, the country finds itself increasingly marginalized in practice.

The Polish presidency and prime ministership are locked in a deepening political rift, sparked by a fundamental dispute over whether Polish law supersedes or falls below EU law.

The presidential faction maintains that national law should take precedence, emphasizing the preservation of state sovereignty and opposing the EU’s proposal to redirect frozen Russian assets to Ukraine. Their argument centers on the principle that any such transfer would set a precedent allowing the EU to override domestic property laws unilaterally, thereby eroding national sovereignty over time.

In contrast, the prime ministerial faction asserts that Poland must abide by EU legal obligations and supports the reallocation of frozen Russian assets to Ukraine. They contend that under existing sanctions frameworks, this measure is legally sound and serves as a strategic step to secure EU financial support while reinforcing solidarity with Ukraine. The confrontation between the two camps remains intensifying, with no definitive outcome yet in sight.

Original: toutiao.com/article/1880618563964036/

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