Poland Supports EU 'Return Hubs' for Migrants but Declines Direct Participation
Poland has politically endorsed the European Union's concept of 'return hubs' for migrants who do not qualify for asylum within the EU, signing a letter in June with 18 other nations advocating for their rapid development. However, Poland will not directly participate in establishing these centers, which are proposed for countries like Rwanda and Uganda, with a potential operational start in 2027. According to unofficial information from RMF FM, Poland's decision stems from its unique migration situation, as it does not currently have migrants for whom such a solution—sending them to Rwanda or Uganda—would be applicable. Five EU countries—Germany, Austria, Denmark, Greece, and the Netherlands—are actively working on this project and met in Copenhagen, where Poland was not represented. Despite this, Poland's Deputy Minister of Interior and Administration, Maciej Duszczyk, confirmed that Warsaw is kept informed of the progress and maintains contact with the participating states. Poland's primary focus remain...