Zloty returns to pre-pandemic exchange rate against euro after EU funds unlocked
On Monday, the Polish zloty strengthened to 4.28 zloty per euro for the first time since February 2020, boosted…
Polish government ends 0% VAT on food after two years
Poland’s government has announced that it will end the 0% VAT rate on food that was introduced two years…
Poland’s longest tunnel to slash train journey times from Kraków
A contract has been signed to build what will be Poland’s longest tunnel, stretching almost 3.8 km (2.4 miles)…
Presidential visit visit highlights failings and opportunities in Poland’s relations with Africa
By Jacek Płaza Accusations that the president’s recent state visit to East Africa was a “holiday” are unfair. But…
Poland fines US-owned TV station for “biased” report on pope’s response to child sex abuse
Poland’s broadcasting regulator, the KRRiT, has fined the country’s largest private TV station, American-owned TVN, for a “lack of…
Poland signs €1.5bn arms deal with Sweden as it welcomes incoming NATO ally
Poland has signed a €1.5 billion (6.5 billion zloty) deal for the supply of thousands of Carl Gustaf M4…
Polish city’s offer of cheap rent in return for renovating apartment leads to overnight queue
Residents of Kraków have queued overnight to apply for a municipal programme that allows people to rent city-owned apartments…
How much grain is Poland importing from Ukraine and Russia?
Grain imports from Russia to Poland doubled in 2023, which was the fifth-largest rise among EU member states. However,…
Famous fast food stand to disappear from in front of Warsaw landmark after 30 years
A famous fast food stand located in front of Warsaw’s iconic Palace of Culture and Science is set to…
Iconic Kraków milk bar closes
A famous milk bar in the city of Kraków has closed its doors after decades of providing cheap, hearty,…