POLAND : AUSPICIOUS LAND
Poland gained its independence in 1918 only to be overrun by Germany and the Soviet Union in World War II. It became a Soviet satellite state following the war, but one that was comparatively tolerant and progressive. Labor turmoil in 1980 led to the formation of the independent trade union "Solidarity" (Solidarność) that over time became a political force and by 1990 had swept parliamentary elections and the presidency.
A "shock therapy" program during the early 1990s enabled the country to transform its economy into one of the most robust in Central Europe, boosting hopes for acceptance to the EU. Poland became a full member of the EU on 1 May 2004.
Poland is a semi-presidential parliamentary republic with a representative democracy and a bicameral parliament which consists of a 460-member lower house (Sejm) and a 100-member Senate, together they form the National Assembly (Polish: Zgromadzenie Narodowe).
Head of state is the President, he has the power to dissolve parliament in special cases. Head of government is the Prime Minister, who is the leader of the cabinet (Council of Ministers). Poland's legislative power is vested in the parliament
A "shock therapy" program during the early 1990s enabled the country to transform its economy into one of the most robust in Central Europe, boosting hopes for acceptance to the EU. Poland became a full member of the EU on 1 May 2004.
Poland is a semi-presidential parliamentary republic with a representative democracy and a bicameral parliament which consists of a 460-member lower house (Sejm) and a 100-member Senate, together they form the National Assembly (Polish: Zgromadzenie Narodowe).
Head of state is the President, he has the power to dissolve parliament in special cases. Head of government is the Prime Minister, who is the leader of the cabinet (Council of Ministers). Poland's legislative power is vested in the parliament
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