The Marshal of the Sejm, Simon Holovnia, officially confirmed media speculations that have been warming the Polish political scene for weeks. Last Friday, 15 November, submitted an application for the UN advanced Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). This is simply a decision that shook the ruling coalition and could mean the definitive end of his career in national politics, as well as the inevitable decision to Geneva. This decision, although amazing to many, is the culmination of months of complicated political games and individual disappointments.
On Sunday morning, Holovnia published an open letter to members of Poland 2050, in which he revealed his plans. "I informed our National Council yesterday that I had submitted an application in a public call announced by UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres for the function of UNHCR," wrote the talker of the Sejm. This is an authoritative confirmation of Onet's reports, which has been reporting on Holownia's efforts about its prestigious function in the UN structures since morning. If his candidacy is accepted, Work in Geneva will begin at the turn of the year 2025/2026which will have immense consequences for the stableness of the Polish government.
A series of failures and political disappointments: Why is the Hollow moving away?
Simon Holown's decision to apply for an global position is not accidental. This is the consequence of a series of failures and disappointments that have affected the leader of Poland 2050 in fresh months, forcing him to change his political strategy. The biggest defeat was the consequence of the fresh presidential election, in which Hołownia took only fifth place, winning catastrophic 4.99% of votes. This is simply a drastic drop compared to 2020 erstwhile it gained 3rd place with the consequence 13.87 percentwhich clearly indicates the erosion of his support.
There is besides the inevitable failure of the Speaker's seat. According to Coalition agreement of 2023, 13 November The holovnia must hand over the position to Vladimir the Black 1 of the Left. Attempts to renegotiate this word and conditions resulted in failure, which was another blow to his position. On Saturday, Holovnia besides announced that he would not search re-election as president of Poland 2050, which opens the way for the election of the fresh leader in January. This all points to a thoughtful strategy to retreat from national policy after a series of failed attempts to strengthen its position.
What does that mean to you? Consequences for Polish politics and government
Simon Holown's departure from Polish politics is not only a individual decision, but an event he may have Far-reaching consequences for the stableness of the ruling coalition And the full country. Poland 2050 has 35 Members In the Sejm, and their future fates after the departure of a charismatic leader are uncertain. The deficiency of clear leadership may lead to interior divisions, weakening of the party, or even the breakdown of the 3rd Way, which will straight affect the power of Donald Tusk's government.
The fresh leader of Poland 2050 will most likely change the course of the party, which will affect future legislative decisions and the political agreement. Donald Tusk will besides lose an crucial “buffer” – Holovnia frequently served as a liaison between various political camps, able to talk to both the opposition and coalitions. Its deficiency will weaken the government's ability to build consensus. On the another hand, PSL will gain more meaning, becoming dominant in the 3rd Way and expanding its impact on key decisions. In the worst case scenario, if the coalition loses stableness after the Holrow leaves, The force to set up earlier parliamentary elections could drastically increase, which means another period of political uncertainty for citizens.
Secret missions and alliances: Hidden intent of meetings with Kaczyński
The Hollowian plans for the UN shed fresh light on many of the Marshal's mysterious behaviors over the past months, especially his contacts with the opposition. In early July, the media reported Holowna's secret gathering with Adam BielanMr PiS MEP. Furthermore, the president of PiS Jarosław Kaczyński besides came to Bielan's flat on Thursday before midnight. At the time, the Holovnia underestimated the importance of this meeting, claiming that it regularly met with representatives of “both deadlyly divided camps”. Now we know what it was truly about.
In order to be nominated for specified a advanced position as the United Nations advanced Commissioner for Refugees, Holovnia must get support of Polish authorities, including president Karol Nawrocki. This explains why the marshal from the presidential election tried to build good relations with both Nawrock and Kaczyński. The holovnia consistently refused to question the results of the presidential election, which irritated its coalitions, arguing this with respect for voters' will. Additionally, last Friday, the Sejm did not accept the Left's motion to reject the presidential draft of the CPK Act, and the consequence was decided by the votes of the Polish MPs 2050. Donald Tusk openly criticized this vote, which showed the depth of divisions in the coalition and confirmed that the Holovnia was playing on its own, bearing in head its global aspirations.
The future of Poland 2050 and opportunities in Geneva: Is this the end of a political career?
Simon Holovnia has a solid basis for moving for office in the United Nations. His experience in humanitarian activities is unquestionably long and significant. Founded by him, foundations – “Kassi” and “Good Factory” – carry out aid projects in different parts of the world, and he himself was Ambassador to the UN Sustainable improvement GoalsWhich gives him global visibility. "Whether it be working with UNHCR with refugees in Gaza, Greece or Bangladesh, or working on the next action with our 'Poland 2050' Association at another food store in Prague or a task for seniors, I assure you we will be in this together," he wrote in a letter to the organization members, trying to calm the mood.
However, competition for the UN advanced Commissioner for Refugees will be brutal. The prestigious position is sought by candidates from around the world, frequently with more diplomatic and global experience. The most uncertain is the future of the Poland 2050 organization itself, which was a strictly individual task by Szymon Hołownia, built around his image and personality. The election of the fresh president in January 2026 will show whether the organization will last without its founder. The past of Polish politics shows that parties based on the personality of the leader seldom hold importance after his departure. The decision to apply to the UN is simply a gigantic establishment for a fresh life. If it succeeds, the Holovnia will be The first Pole in specified a advanced position in UN structures. If not, he will become a politician without power, who chose the margin himself, and his return to national politics will be highly difficult.
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