A Polexit proposal from Jaroslaw Kaczynski, head of PiS, calls for removing the European Commission and opening negotiations for a new inter-state treaty if the EU does not reform to his liking.

The story centers on tension between Polish internal actors and EU institutions, with potential implications for EU-Poland relations.

Prime Minister Donald Tusk and the Polish government denounce the comments as provocative and warn that negotiations on leaving the EU could only occur under the current treaty framework.

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Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski warned that Kaczyński’s remarks could inform voters about the consequences of choosing the far right and thanked him for his honesty.

Sikorski portrayed PiS as pushing a Eurosceptic agenda, suggesting border controls and reduced subsidies, while noting Poland’s participation in EU defense funds and support for Ukraine.

The remarks come ahead of Poland’s general election, with polls suggesting Kaczyński could regain power possibly via alliances with smaller far-right groups.

Poland’s role on NATO’s eastern flank and its growing economy are highlighted, alongside ongoing tensions with EU institutions over rule of law and human rights, with strong support for Ukraine.

Kaczyński frames EU reform as benefiting ordinary citizens, aiming to improve living conditions, energy prices, security, migration policy, and a streamlined economic/agricultural policy.

Polls from May show 60–70% of Poles favor EU membership, illustrating the political sensitivity around Polexit.

Prime Minister Donald Tusk vows a bitter fight against Polexit and rejects the move, emphasizing Poland’s benefits from EU membership and funding since 2004.

Kaczynski characterizes exit negotiations as a risky but potentially necessary step in a critical situation.