We Do Not Give Up on the Dream of a Safe Poland

Prime Minister Tusk unveiled the new cabinet, emphasizing that the main goal of structural and personnel changes is to speed up the government’s work.

“Order, security, and future – these are the three criteria that should guide the choice of people and the work of the government. (…) Ladies and gentlemen ministers have no other purpose but to do things that serve every Polish family, the Polish state, our security, and our future,” explained Tusk.

The new ministers will receive their nominations from President Andrzej Duda on Thursday, and the first cabinet meeting after the reshuffle will take place on Friday.

“It is time to take on anew the challenges we faced after October 15 and to move forward with renewed energy to achieve our beautiful dream of a safe Poland and a Poland of the future. (…) Nothing has happened that would invalidate those great dreams and goals that inspired us when, thanks to the votes of millions of Poles, we brought about this fundamental change in Poland,” recalled the Prime Minister.

The new cabinet will consist of 21 constitutional ministers – five fewer than the current government. The number of secretaries and undersecretaries of state will also be reduced.

Financial–Economic Center and Ministry of Energy

One of the biggest changes is the creation of new ministries. The Ministry of Energy, headed by Miłosz Motyka, will unify the country’s energy policy, enhancing security in this field.

“This ministry will take over responsibilities previously split between the Ministry of Climate and Environment and the Ministry of Industry. Energy and industry matters will be consolidated in one hand,” explained Tusk.

He also announced the establishment of a financial–economic center under Minister Andrzej Domański.

“This is the first such initiative in Poland’s democratic history – bringing together both economic and financial decisions under one authority. Only this will give us real influence and political leverage when it comes to economic growth,” stressed the Prime Minister.

Tusk thanked outgoing ministers for their service, noting that they had taken on difficult challenges and their work had brought positive results for Poland.

A Historic Opportunity Ahead

The reshuffle comes at a difficult time, yet Poland is strong in this historical moment.

“This year, when we celebrate the millennium of the coronation of Bolesław the Brave, is also a year of great opportunities and hopes. We are changing part of our cabinet as Poland becomes the 20th largest economy in the world, surpasses the symbolic $1 trillion GDP, and grows into a regional power – also because we are building the strongest army in this part of the world,” said Tusk.

The Council of Ministers under his leadership will do everything not to waste any opportunity that comes Poland’s way.

Ready for Challenges at Home and Abroad

The personnel changes are a decisive response to external and internal challenges Poland now faces.

“All Poles want a safe Poland. This means addressing both external threats – stemming from Russia’s aggression against Ukraine – and internal security. This government will focus on ensuring security boldly, creatively, and in cooperation with allies,” said Tusk.

The government will prioritize protecting borders against hostile actions from Russia and Belarus, eliminating domestic sabotage, and maintaining order inside the country.

“The threat has two faces: the foreign one – Putin or Lukashenko – but also the face of those in Poland who want to destabilize the state. (…) Those who want to hinder us; those with a completely different vision of foreign and domestic policy than we present; those who root for Russia and wish Ukraine ill; those who hate the European Union; those who want to isolate Poland not only from its obvious enemies but also from Europe and the West – they are not weak,” warned the Prime Minister.

New Cabinet Line-up

The new cabinet led by Prime Minister Donald Tusk will include three Deputy Prime Ministers:

• Krzysztof Gawkowski – Deputy PM, Minister of Digital Affairs
• Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz – Deputy PM, Minister of National Defense
• Radosław Sikorski – Deputy PM, Minister of Foreign Affairs

Other ministers:

• Wojciech Balczun – State Assets
• Maciej Berek – Minister for Oversight of Government Policy Implementation
• Marta Cienkowska – Culture and National Heritage
• Andrzej Domański – Finance and Economy
• Agnieszka Dziemianowicz-Bąk – Family, Labor and Social Policy
• Jan Grabiec – Head of the Prime Minister’s Office
• Paulina Hennig-Kloska – Climate and Environment
• Marcin Kierwiński – Interior and Administration
• Dariusz Klimczak – Infrastructure
• Stefan Krajewski – Agriculture and Rural Development
• Marcin Kulasek – Science and Higher Education
• Miłosz Motyka – Energy
• Barbara Nowacka – Education
• Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz – EU Funds and Regional Policy
• Jakub Rutnicki – Sport and Tourism
• Tomasz Siemoniak – Coordinator of Special Services
• Jolanta Sobierańska-Grenda – Health
• Waldemar Żurek – Justice

The ministers will be evaluated by a special team; the first review is scheduled for next month, with subsequent ones quarterly.

“No other motto is needed than these simplest words: ‘Poland has not yet perished, so long as we still live.’ I deeply believe we are appointing today a team for great tasks—difficult but great. You will be surprised how many good things can be achieved with faith in one’s strength, faith in people, and conviction that what we do is right,” said Tusk.

Government communications will continue to be supported by Spokesman Adam Szłapka.

Together Within the October 15 Coalition

With the 2023 electoral victory of the October 15 Coalition, Poland gained a great opportunity, but that result did not automatically solve all problems.

“October 15 was not the end of the confrontation between good and evil. (…) It was really just the beginning. The stage we are now in is no easier than back in 2023. Perhaps it is even harder, especially after the presidential elections. (…) But no defeat – including in the presidential election – justifies doubt, resignation, or defeatist thinking. (…) The period of post-election trauma definitively ends today,” said the Prime Minister.

He stressed that the difficulty of challenges must not discourage action. Poland has too important a struggle ahead. Motivation comes not only from the reshuffle but also from changes in the functioning of the October 15 Coalition.

“Conflicts within the October 15 Coalition must end. (…) All coalition partners must understand – and I believe they have understood – that the Poland which trusts in our better future, the Poland which put its hopes in us, expects cooperation, harmony, and will not forgive unnecessary, foolish conflicts and quarrels,” stressed Tusk.

He announced that while debates and substantive disputes are a natural part of government work, there will be zero tolerance for needless conflicts and defeatism, which Polish society perceives negatively.