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“The European Commission fulfills its treaty obligations, examining what is happening in all member states on behalf of all member states, thus effectively maintaining a certain order within the Union. In practice, its task is to uphold order and supervise the adherence to the values that constitute the foundations of...

“In the face of the ongoing war in Ukraine, there are numerous agreements among NATO member states, so this is not the best moment for changes. Jens Stoltenberg has proven his ability to mediate and find common ground, which is now extremely important,” Dr. Bonikowska stated. At the same time,...

On Radio Jedynka of Polish Radio, Dr. Małgorzata Bonikowska discussed the riots in France that have been taking place after a teenager was shot by a police officer. It turns out that the problem lies in the bleak prospects for the future and the lack of a sense of purpose...

“We have a negotiated migration pact within the European Union, where there is clearly a need to finally put the dot on the ‘i’ regarding a common migration policy. In my opinion, Poland strongly opposes this primarily due to the electoral campaign, as it has been an effective element of...

“The whole intention of this pact is not to leave any of the countries directly affected suddenly overwhelmed by migration. It could be Poland, it could be Italy, it could be Malta, it could be Greece. Every EU country, including those in the north, far from these migration routes, should...

The consequences of what happened in Russia are of immense importance. In simplified terms, there are two theories. One suggests that it was orchestrated by Vladimir Putin, who, in a way, controlled the situation and had nothing to lose. To make progress, he wanted to shift Prigozhin and the Wagner...

Western European countries have experience in the African market due to their colonial past, while Poland is still learning. Europe, including Poland, has a chance to shine in the African market, given its young population with increasing demand for consumer goods. Dr. Bonikowska believes that to enhance Poland’s trade exchange...

India is perceived by the West and the United States as a growing power. However, to achieve this, India must distance itself from its longstanding friendship with Russia and position itself as a counter to China. During the broadcast, Dr. Małgorzata Bonikowska emphasized the importance of Indian Prime Minister Narendra...

“This is a new situation that Putin defines as a rebellion. It is a test of Russia’s internal security capabilities. Just like the war in Ukraine was a test of the Russian army’s capabilities, which failed miserably. To the extent that they have not been able to win that war...

What the Western coalition is trying to do is to maximize attention and concentrate efforts to prevent the Ukrainians from losing this offensive. It’s not an offensive that will end in one or two days. It may last for several months. Strategic patience and endurance are needed, in which all...

“Currently, we are in a phase where reconstruction efforts are underway, focusing on essential elements such as roads and buildings in the destroyed territories. However, in the future, there must be a massive involvement, akin to a second Marshall Plan, to rebuild cities, roads, airports, and critical infrastructure throughout Ukraine,...

In the program ‘Political Interview,’ Eugeniusz Smolar talked about China’s relations with other countries, especially with the United States and the European Union. The discussion addressed whether the trip of US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to China could contribute to improving relations between the USA and China and reduce...

“It is best for politicians not to comment on the actions of the courts and to respect their judgments, especially since the third branch of government, the judiciary, exists to adjudicate independently. Ideally, politicians should not interfere with the work of judicial authorities,” said Dr. Bonikowska in a comment on...

On TVN24, Dr. Małgorzata Bonikowska discussed the results of the second round of elections in Turkey. She answered questions regarding Erdogan’s strengths, who is pleased with Erdogan’s victory, and the type of Turkey the current president is shaping. Find out more

According to Smolar, China is seen as an unreliable partner by Ukraine, the US, and the West. He believes that Beijing-induced pressure will not end the conflict in Ukraine, as the war holds existential significance for Putin and the Russian power elite. The crisis in Ukraine provides an opportunity for...

During an interview with Michal Ruszczyk, Dr. Malgorzata Bonikowska commented on the presidential elections in Turkey. She compared the voting behavior of Hungary, Turkey, and Poland, noting that the Kurdish vote will not make much difference in the election results. Dr. Bonikowska believes that Erdogan has authoritarian tendencies, leading him...

During the conversation, Dr. Bartłomiej Nowak talked about the integration of Europe, the politics, and the potential enlargement of the European Union with new members. He also addressed the question of whether Europe would become a post-imperial empire due to the war in Ukraine.

During the conversation, Dr. Bonikowska spoke about the importance and involvement of India and China in the war in Ukraine. India aims to gain global importance and surpass China as a strategic political and economic partner. The expert believes that China’s gamesmanship in resolving the conflict in Ukraine is just...

The debate covered topics such as the second round of elections in Turkey, China’s role as a mediator in the conflict in Ukraine, and the reconstruction of the Ukrainian economy. A significant part of the debate focused on the difficulties and prospects of expanding the European Union to include Ukraine...

Dr. Malgorzata Bonikowska addressed inquiries regarding NATO’s reaction to the discovery of a Russian missile on Polish territory. She discussed the hindrances posed by personal animosities, election campaigns, and their impact on effective operations, communication at command levels, and collaboration with NATO. Bonikowska mentioned President Andrzej Duda’s discussion with NATO...