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Poland Today is an English-language publication covering news, politics, real estate, business and international affairs.

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In the second instalment of our two-part series, we search for perspective again through Poland’s history. This time we’re exploring the global financial crisis, Russia’s embargo on Polish agricultural products (#jedzjablka) and the Yamal affair.

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In this week’s special COVID-19 in Poland news package, we present a rundown of the government’s new restrictions and economic stimulus package, new maps and charts, the latest economic analysis, a market update, business news and more...

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Over the past few weeks, the Polish tech community has rallied together and come up with innovative solutions to help deal with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some of the tech companies and groups that have answered the call for help.

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A trip through Poland’s history can be arduous but also enlightening, especially during these dark times. In a two-part special, we scan the history books to see if we can uncover any lessons from the country’s past that may provide some perspective.

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Time to start off the week on a positive note. Meet Ewelina Skowrońska, a visual artist and printmaker who currently resides in Tokyo, where she is mastering the art of print design and pottery while challenging cultural norms and gender roles.

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Modelling from Polish data science company @ExMetrix has forecast that #Poland will reach a peak of approx. 9,000 #COVID19 infections around 20 April, with the infection rate to begin to slow down after 08 April. https://t.co/PL6L8hm5oR

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"After growing up in America, I came home to reconnect with my Polish roots only to find myself in self-isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Or is the answer to my question around Polish identity found right here in the middle of adversity?"

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New restrictions announced by the government, road borders flowing again, Warsaw Genomics offers help, a surge in DIY sales, Orlen Oil ups production of hand sanitiser, new unemployment predictions, Poles want the presidential elections postponed …

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The #WIG20 rebounded on Tues after losses on Mon & a dire month – although it fell short of the growth recorded in other international markets. With a digital product & literally a captive market, Poland’s video game industry once again performed strongly. https://t.co/7b5gThnc5X

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“They expect the M&A business to progressively bounce back once the outbreak is contained,” says Piotr Kucharczyk, JP Weber's M&A Director, about the sentiment among his western European colleagues. But what’s the mood like in Poland's and CEE's M&A market?https://t.co/Hz5jtUBRIN

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The government announced its 212b zł (€46.8bn) emergency economic stimulus proposal last week to shore up employment and liquidity, but what do economists think of the package?

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"It’s the first week of the state of emergency and an eerie atmosphere has settled over my suburb in Warsaw. There’s a strange sense of normality in the air. Is this the calm before the storm?" asks @WHBurke, Managing Editor of Poland Today.
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European markets have been reeling due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But are we propelling towards an EU-wide recession or is there still scope for some economies to pull off a soft landing? We turned to Marcin Petrykowski from S&P Global Ratings for answers.

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The Polish government will launch a 212bn zł (46.8bn euro) anti-crisis package designed to help shield Poles and the country’s economy from the effects of the coronavirus outbreak.

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Poland’s long history has been defined by adversity, but on the brink of this new crisis, the country is the strongest it’s ever been. We can take assurance from its past that Poland will come through this and emerge stronger.

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Prime Minister Morawiecki announces stricter measures to combat the COVID-19 outbreak, the NBP president proposes an interest rate cut, Polish businesses donate funds to aid healthcare providers and much more …

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Why does Poland’s image matter for your business? A better national image = more attractive investment destination. That's why!

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Since Poland recorded its first COVID-19 case last week, the country has been abuzz with a tangle of info. We took a step back to unpack the developing story in one clear piece of analysis, from the government’s response to the new economic forecasts.
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An EY-ABSL survey (Jan 2019) on the BSS found that 78% of respondents recruited from abroad "due to a lack of Polish employees with the required qualifications”. How important is Poland’s national image for your business in attracting the best talent from around the world?

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“In a global marketplace, [a country’s national image] is one of the most important assets of any state, encouraging inward investment, adding value to exports, and attracting tourists and skilled migrants.” David Haigh, CEO, BF. What does Poland’s image mean for your business?