Policy Details and Justifications
Prime Minister announced plans to temporarily suspend the right to asylum in , citing its alleged misuse by , , and human traffickers as a justification for the move.
Tusk emphasized the need for Poland to regain control over its borders and reduce illegal migration to a minimum, linking the policy change to migration pressures from the Belarus border since 2021.
Implementation and International Relations
The new migration strategy, which includes the asylum suspension, will be presented in a Cabinet meeting, with Tusk seeking recognition of this decision from the European Union.
This policy shift follows an investigation into a cash-for-visas scandal and comes alongside plans to tighten visa regulations and enhance applicant vetting.