Before giving the vote, the presidential couple participated in the inauguration of Pope Leon XIV's pontificate in St Peter's Square. This event was an chance to meet representatives of the Catholic Church and another people curious in this event.
Poles who are in Rome have the chance to vote in 2 locations: the Polish Institute on Tiber and the Polish Embassy in Parioli district. Outside Rome, polling stations besides operate in another Italian cities specified as Milan, Bologna, Turin, Florence, Naples and Palermo.
According to the information collected by the Polish Press Agency (PAP), Poles cast votes in commissions in Milan, Bologna, Turin, Florence, Naples, Bari, Cagliari, Palermo, Mestre and Cassino, where participants vote on the 81st anniversary of the conflict of Monte Cassino. This historical event is crucial for Poles and Italians due to the fact that it reminds us of a common past and relationship between our countries.
Presidential elections are an crucial political event in Poland, as well as among Poles surviving abroad. In 2019, over 1.5 million Poles residing abroad participated in the elections to the European Parliament. This shows that Poles surviving outside the country are active participants of political life and want to influence the shaping of the future of Poland.
In 2020 more than 68% of Poles entitled to vote participated in the presidential election. This consequence shows that Poles are curious in politics and want to influence the shaping of the future of the country. Over 18 million Poles participated in the 2020 presidential election, which accounted for about 55% of all eligible voters.
Poles surviving abroad, including Italy, are an crucial part of the Polish community. According to the Ministry of abroad Affairs data, in 2020 more than 2.5 million Poles lived abroad. This shows that Poles are capable of adapting and integrating into fresh environments, and besides want to hold their national identity.
Many young Poles who are curious in politics and want to influence the shaping of the future of the country besides participated in the presidential elections. According to the Central Statistical Office data, in 2020 more than 40% of voters aged 18-24 participated in the presidential election.
Presidential elections are an crucial political event that allows Poles to express their opinions and choose a leader who will represent their interests in the country and abroad. This event is besides an chance to meet with another Poles and discuss the future of Poland. Therefore, presidential elections are so crucial for Poles surviving in Poland and abroad.
