Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced a major government reshuffle on July 23, 2025, aimed at restructuring the cabinet in response to recent political shifts, including the election of right-wing President Karol Nawrocki.

The reshuffle involves reducing the number of ministries from 28 to 21, creating two new superministries focused on the economy and energy, and appointing trusted allies to key positions.

Tusk emphasized that the government’s priorities are now centered on restoring order, security, and preparing for future challenges, despite setbacks such as Nawrocki’s election victory.

The Polish statistical office is set to release June’s unemployment rate, which analysts expect to rise slightly from 5% to 5.1%, reflecting ongoing economic adjustments.

New appointments include Milosz Motyka leading the energy ministry and Waldemar Zurek as justice minister, replacing Adam Bodnar, with Zurek known for defending judicial independence.

Marcin Kierwinski will now oversee the Ministry of the Interior, while Tomasz Siemoniak remains in a security role as coordinator of intelligence services, signaling a focus on security and immigration issues.

The Ministry of Finance will conduct a bond auction aiming to raise between 6 and 11 billion zlotys, supporting government funding efforts.

A new superministry combining finance and economic oversight has been established, led by Finance Minister Andrzej Domanski, to streamline economic governance and policy.

Economist Beata Javorcik forecasts Poland’s economy will grow by 3.3% in 2025 and 3.2% in 2026, marking the highest regional growth rates.

The government’s popularity has declined amid public discontent over perceived lack of achievements and issues like undocumented migration, according to critics.

Waldemar Zurek has been appointed as justice minister, succeeding Adam Bodnar, in a move seen as part of a broader shift towards more confrontational governance.

The right-wing opposition, led by Karol Nawrocki’s PiS party, is expected to exploit internal divisions within the ruling coalition and may use veto powers to block government initiatives.

Poland’s tech sector continues to expand, with over 11,000 new IT companies established in the first half of 2025, reflecting a 5% increase from the previous year.