Polen nach den Wahlen – Außenpolitische Grundlinien der neuen Regierung

With the coming to power of Poland's Party of Law and Justice (PiS). a party that has so far concentrated almost exclusively on domestic affairs has now also assumed responsibility for foreign policy. Nevertheless, the government's first forays on the international stage demonstrate a large degree of continuity in foreign and European affairs. Before accession, the main priorities of Polish foreign policy were membership of NATO and the EU. In the period after accession, a new set of interests is emerging that, irrespective of party political differences, has become decisive. These are an active role in shaping the Eastern dimension of the Union, the consolidation of a stronger role for Poland within the EU. through forming variable coalitions, and a modification of its co-operative role with the USA.