Poland sets date for presidential election

Poland to hold presidential election on May 18, says parliament speaker who will run in it
The head of Poland's parliament said Wednesday that the country's presidential election will be held on May 18, with a runoff on June 1 if needed. The election will decide whether the pro-European Union Cabinet of Prime Minister Donald Tusk will gain an ally in the presidential palace at a challenging time for Poland and for Europe.
Poland to hold presidential vote on May 18, government agenda at stake
Poland will hold the first round of a presidential election on May 18, the parliament speaker said on Wednesday, setting the scene for a vote that will be crucial for the pro-European government's hopes of implementing its agenda.
Poland will not recognize Belarus presidential election: upper-house Speaker
Poland will not recognize Belarus’ upcoming presidential election, scheduled for January 26, upper-house Speaker Małgorzata Kidawa-Błońska said on Thursday.
Poland sets presidential election for May
Poland's presidential election will take place on 18 May, parliamentary speaker Szymon Hołownia announced on Wednesday. “If there is a need for a second round, it will be held on 1 June,” Hołownia added.
Poland to vote for new president on May 18
Poles will elect a new president on May 18, parliament speaker Szymon Holownia announced on Wednesday. The current head of state, Andrzej Duda, cannot run again after serving two terms under the backing of the right-wing Law and Justice (PiS) party.
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