Poland and the Netherlands are strengthening cooperation in the face of the challenges Europe is confronting today - this was the main conclusion of the meeting between Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof at the Chancellery of the Prime Minister of Poland. The outcomes of their talks include the signing of a "Memorandum on Polish-Dutch Defence Cooperation” by the two countries' defence ministers, plans to deepen economic collaboration, and efforts to enhance Europe's global competitiveness. Prime Minister Tusk also emphasized that strengthening the protection of Poland's borders - including the temporary reintroduction of controls on the borders with Germany and Lithuania - serves the security interests of all Europe.

On 2 July, precisely at 1:15 PM, Prime Minister Donald Tusk connected live with space. Specifically, with the International Space Station (ISS), where Polish astronaut Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski is currently stationed as part of the Ax-4 mission. The video conference was also attended by Deputy Prime Ministers Władysław Kosiniak-Kamyszand Krzysztof Gawkowski, as well as Minister of Development and Technology Krzysztof Paszyk.

Starting on 7 July, Poland will temporarily reinstate controls at its borders with Germany and Lithuania. This is the government's response to the changing migration situation and to Germany's continued restrictive border policy toward migrants. The decision was announced following a security briefing attended by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, Deputy Prime Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, and Minister Tomasz Siemoniak. The controls will be implemented with respect for citizens' interests and are aimed at protecting national security and borders.

Unprecedented progress in strengthening Europe's defense and competitiveness-this is how Poland's EU presidency can be summed up at the conclusion of the final European Council summit of the semester. Shortly after the summit in Brussels, Prime Minister Donald Tusk recalled the presidency's major achievements, including the SAFE defense loan program and the deregulatory "Omnibus” directives. The summit focused on security, defense, competitiveness, and the situations in Ukraine and the Middle East.

During its presidency, Poland brought about a breakthrough in two priority areas of EU policy - strengthening security and enhancing competitiveness. Prime Minister Donald Tusk received congratulations and praise for Poland's achievements from European leaders, as he summarized the past six months before departing Brussels on Friday. Poland reminded Europe that the times have changed and that today's geopolitical situation demands bold decisions on issues such as defense funding and illegal migration. The adoption of the Omnibus directives marks a major step in deregulation, aimed at boosting the EU's competitiveness. With the presidency concluded, full focus now returns to domestic affairs - the main challenge remains restoring the rule of law in Poland.

Three, two, one... the loud countdown to the launch of the Ax-4 mission rocket echoed not only at Cape Canaveral but also across Poland - including at the Copernicus Science Centre in Warsaw, where Prime Minister Donald Tusk watched the broadcast of this historic moment. Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski, the second Pole in space, will spend approximately two weeks on the International Space Station (ISS).

Minister Adam Szłapka will become the government spokesman. This decision was announced today by Prime Minister Donald Tusk. Due to his current responsibilities, Minister Szłapka will formally assume the role after the conclusion of Poland's presidency of the EU Council, but he already declares 24/7 availability.

Poland is investing in its security. Mesko, the country's leading ammunition producer, now manufactures 1 million rounds of small-caliber ammunition per day-five times more than before. This increase is thanks to a new production hall in Skarżysko-Kamienna, which was visited today by Prime Minister Donald Tusk. Investments like this are part of a broader strategy to repolonize the defense industry and reduce dependency on foreign suppliers. The government has announced further multi-billion investments in Polish defense facilities. National security and building independent production capacity are top priorities.

"I know the taste of victory, I know the bitterness of defeat, but I don't know the word surrender," said Donald Tusk in the Sejm. Today, the parliamentary majority granted a vote of confidence to the government. Before the vote, the Prime Minister presented a clear vision for future policy based on responsibility, stability, and the continuation of reforms serving the good of Poland. He emphasized that responsible and consistent action remains a priority regardless of political changes and that the government will strive to maintain public trust and effectively fulfill its commitments. In his address, he listed key achievements of the government and outlined upcoming changes and challenges facing the October 15 Coalition. He submitted the vote of confidence motion following Karol Nawrocki's victory in the presidential election.