However, the head of the Ministry of Finance reassured that existing benefits – including 800 plus, which is crucial for millions of families – are not at risk. The government intends to maintain them, but does not plan to expand the benefit system or introduce new universal cash transfers. This decision is intended to be a response to the need to balance the budget in the face of record spending on the military.
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The military's priority for years to come: safety over social expenses
Defense spending – as the minister announces – will consume a record share of Polish GDP in the coming years. Modernization of equipment, development of new capabilities and strengthening the military presence on NATO's eastern flank have become the foundation of the government's strategy. Domański points out that State security cannot be the subject of compromise, especially in the context of Russian aggression and destabilization in the region.
Tough safety is to be a priority that requires consolidation of public finances and resignation from further expansion of social policy. The minister emphasizes that politicians must be honest with voters: in conditions of budget pressure, it is impossible to fulfill new promises without the risk of compromising the financial stability of the state.
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Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Minister of Finance Andrzej Domański before the start of the meeting of the Council of Ministers
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Investments instead of transfers: a new direction of economic policy
Although the door to new benefits is closed, the government plans to focus on activities that are intended to strengthen the Polish economy in the long term. Ministry of Finance focuses on investment – both private and public – and stimulating economic growth through the development of infrastructure, innovation and jobs.
Domański argues that a strong, modern economy and an efficient army will be the greatest guarantee of stability in uncertain times. “Not more benefits, but economic growth and military security must become the basis for Poland's development“- sums up the minister.
Thus, the direction of the government's current policy becomes clear: instead of expanding the catalog of benefits, the priority is investments, security and the state's resistance to external threats.
