Karol Nawrocki – Poland's New Conservative President

Jun 02, 2025 Khushi Kumari

Karol Nawrocki clinches Poland's presidency with 50.89% of the vote, narrowly defeating liberal opponent Rafał Trzaskowski in a closely contested runoff

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At 42, Nawrocki transitions from a historian and former director of the Institute of National Remembrance to Poland's head of state, marking his first major political role

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Though running as an independent, Nawrocki received significant support from the right-wing Law and Justice (PiS) party, aligning with their nationalist and conservative values

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His campaign emphasized traditional values, opposition to liberal reforms, and skepticism towards deeper European Union integration

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Nawrocki's victory is seen as a setback for pro-EU forces in Poland, with concerns about potential shifts in the country's stance towards the European Union

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