EU Ends Sanctions Against Poland, Rule of Law Dispute Resolved

May 7, 2024
EU Ends Sanctions Against Poland, Rule of Law Dispute Resolved
  • The European Commission has concluded the Article 7 sanctions procedure against Poland, ending a conflict that spanned over six years.

  • Poland has taken steps to reform its judicial system, addressing the EU's concerns about the rule of law and judicial independence.

  • The Commission acknowledges that Poland now poses no apparent serious risk to the rule of law, and has committed to upholding EU law supremacy and court decisions.

  • Despite the resolution, some skeptics argue the Commission may have acted too swiftly, potentially weakening its influence over Poland regarding any future disputes.

  • The move signals a renewed era of cooperation and respect between the EU and Poland, evidenced by Poland's recent entry into the European public prosecutor's office.

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