Polish Prime Minister Tusk announces that Foreign Minister Sikorski will step into role as deputy prime minister

Polish Prime Minister Tusk announces that Foreign Minister Sikorski will step into role as deputy prime minister

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk is set to unveil significant changes to the government's composition on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. According to unconfirmed reports, the reshuffle includes the appointment of Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski as the new deputy prime minister [1].

The reshuffle is expected to reduce the number of ministries and create two large ministries responsible for the economy and energy. This move comes amidst a broader restructuring of the Polish government aimed at strengthening its foreign policy capabilities. The appointment of Sikorski as deputy prime minister is seen as a strategic move to enhance Poland's diplomatic influence [2].

Additionally, on Wednesday, the Polish Ministry of Finance will hold an auction of bonds worth between 6-11 billion zlotys, equivalent to approximately $1.66 billion to $3.04 billion [1]. This auction is part of Poland's ongoing efforts to manage its debt and maintain financial stability.

Economic analysts have also been closely watching the unemployment rate data to be released on Wednesday at 0800 GMT. Analysts polled by Reuters predict a rise in the unemployment rate to 5.1% from 5% in May [1].

The new government line-up is scheduled to be officially announced at around 10:00 AM local time on Wednesday, with the swearing-in ceremony for new ministers likely to follow on Thursday [2].

References:
[1] https://www.tradingview.com/news/reuters.com,2025:newsml_L8N3TK07N:0-poland-factors-to-watch-july-23/
[2] https://www.polskieradio.pl/395/7789/Artykul/3554661,poland%E2%80%99s-foreign-minister-tipped-for-deputy-pm-role-amid-government-reshuffle