Series Title | EurActiv |
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Series Details | 06.05.16 |
Publication Date | 06/05/2016 |
Content Type | News |
Several Polish opposition parties announced on 5 May 2016 the creation of a coalition with the declared aim of safeguarding the rule of law and Poland’s place in the European Union. The move came after what the coalition called a 'takeover' of the institutions of state by the ruling Law and Justice Party (PiS). The 'Liberty, Equality and Democracy' coalition, sponsored by the civic movement, the Committee for the Defence of Democracy (KOD), would 'defend the rule of law in Poland and its place in the European Union', KOD leader Mateusz Kijowski said. Tens of thousands gathered in a pro-EU march in Warsaw on the 7 May 2016, protesting at the changes introduced by Poland's ruling conservatives, while a smaller counter-march voiced opposition to interference by the EU in Polish affairs. Some reports suggested that up to 240,000 took part in the march, but some commentators suggested that these protests were not widely supported by the public across Poland. |
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Source Link | Link to Main Source http://www.euractiv.com/section/europe-s-east/news/polish-opposition-creates-coalition-after-ruling-party-takeover/ |
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Countries / Regions | Poland |