“Behind us is an important moment for our democracy – presidential elections that aroused huge emotions throughout the country. Thank you to all citizens and citizens who took part in the vote. Over 20 million Polish women and Poles expressed their involvement in public affairs and confirmed that free elections are an indispensable foundation of our system, “said Donald Tusk.
“Regardless of the personal assessments of the candidate who won, his win is a fact and should be respected, and his voters congratulate him. I also want to thank the second candidate for his fight and determination to the last voice. As the Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland, I declare that my work for Poland will not be stopped. I will not stop acting for a moment in the name of Poland, which we dreamed of after regaining independence – free, sovereign, safe and just. The result of these choices will not change our course, “he added.
“We will act in accordance with the values”
“We will act in accordance with the Constitution and our values. Where you will be able to cooperate with the new president – we will take it. However, I am aware that the situation may prove to be more difficult than many of you assumed, going to the urns. Still, my determination does not weaken, and Action plan in the event of tense cooperation – has already been prepared. We don't know what line the new president will take. If it turns out to be ready for a constructive dialogue, it will be a positive surprise, which we will answer with openness. If not – we will not wait. We will start fulfilling our obligations, because that's why we were elected by citizens, “said the head of government.
“We have ready projects and we intend to submit them. If necessary, we will also make decisions despite possible attempts to block our actions through the head of state. We already have experience in similar situations” – noted Tusk. He added that a lot of work before the government. “From foreign policy, through strengthening the armed forces and the economy, repoloning strategic industries, improvement of public services and social security, to settlements and fighting abuse” – said Tusk.
The prime minister also said: “This ambitious plan will require full mobilization and courage from our entire coalition – the same, which united on October 15. The first test of our readiness will be a vote of trust, which I will soon ask the Sejm. I want our supporters and opponents – in the country and abroad – they saw that we do not intend to withdraw. And we are prepared for it. “
Finally, he thanked everyone who voted to Rafał Trzaskowski.
