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The author wrote that the German government raised its GDP growth forecast for this year from 0.5 to 1.3 percent, and for next year from 0.9 to 1.1 percent. He indicated that the economy is driven by state investments and assessed that the forecasts confirm that the war is harming the economy. #gospodarka #Niemcy #PKB #DE (translated)

The Stock Information published a Saturday review, stating that ETS2 will come into effect unchanged on January 1, 2028. The author noted that Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and another tanker was reported to be on fire with a cargo of 2 million barrels. According to the entry, eight vessels were hit in Hormuz within 48 hours. The author also quoted a warning from the Emir of Qatar about the need to prepare for the worst. Among other reports from the region, the Stock Information mentioned the largest decline in Iran's GDP in 40 years and the price of physical Brent crude oil at $111. The author reported that the International Monetary Fund warned about the possibility of an AI bubble bursting, and Congress members blocked the oil deal between Trump and Putin. The entry also reported on 300 strikes and demonstrations in France, as well as that 46% of French Muslims are considering leaving the country if Marine Le Pen wins the elections in 2027. The author noted that the AfD demanded the return of 1.2 million Syrian refugees. He also wrote that Germany and France abandoned climate neutrality for cars by 2035, which would mean the continued presence of combustion engine vehicles, and that there would be a significant increase in tobacco tax in Germany. The Stock Information reported that shares of chip-producing companies recorded their longest decline since 2008, and South Korea's KOSPI ended the week with a result of minus 14.5%, the worst since 2008. According to the entry, copper production in Peru fell by 5% year-on-year in August, and the launch of the iPhone Duo was postponed to January 25. The author wrote that the pope spoke from the hospital with Vladimir Putin, and Donald Trump fired his spokesperson after five days. He also quoted Trump, who, when asked about who started the war with Iran, stated that what matters to him is only its end. The entry attributed to Donald Tusk the words that Ukraine's collapse would mean a problem for everyone, and to Ursula von der Leyen — the announcement of the 22nd package of sanctions against Russia and an assessment that Ukraine is lacking 70 billion euros. The Stock Information also mentioned a possible shortage of Księżula pizza in Żabka stores. The author asked readers whether it makes sense to change the time twice a year, and on the occasion of World Excel Day joked that the Office suite is expensive because mistakes come at a cost. #świat #wiadomości #polityka (translated)

Dr. Coolfonpl wrote that Ukraine's GDP is 190 billion euros, and tax revenues are 45 billion euros. He added that Zelensky wants to allocate 155 billion euros for the war, and warned recipients to prepare for expenditures. https://t.co/jLRTS1YfGk #Ukraina #finanse #wojna (translated)

GUS revised the estimate of Poland's GDP growth in the second quarter of 2026 to 4.1 percent year-on-year, which was positively commented on by the Finance Minister, Andrzej Domański, emphasizing that stronger investment results contribute to this growth. #PKB #PolskaGospodarka #GUS (translated)

Andrzej Domański wrote that the Central Statistical Office (GUS) has raised its GDP growth estimates. According to him, the Polish economy grew by 4.1 percent year-on-year in the second quarter of 2026, and stronger investments were responsible for the better result. Domański added that despite global turmoil, the economy is accelerating. #PolskaGórą #gospodarka #PKB #Polska (translated)

Jacek Fogiel asked what Nawrocki did aside from vetoing, and ironically referred to claims that Tusk and his government are doing nothing. In response, he listed actions attributed to Tusk's government. According to Fogiel, the government accelerated economic growth, with GDP rising by 3.8% in 2025, and reduced the VAT gap from 14.7% in 2023 to 4.9% in 2025. It launched the first quantum computer, built Polish AI factories and its own artificial intelligence called PLLuM, and expanded the functionalities of mObywatel, which already had 12.5 million users. Fogiel also credited it for strengthening cybersecurity, depoliticizing public media, and unlocking KPO and FE, which was supposed to provide 600 billion PLN for Poland's development. Among the economic and social actions, Fogiel mentioned a more favorable health contribution for entrepreneurs, a monthly leave without ZUS, and a cash PIT, where tax was to be paid after receiving payment. He also wrote about the highest real wage growth in the 21st century and an average above 9000 PLN gross, a decrease in inflation to 3.6% in 2025, and stock market records, with WIG above 150 thousand points. He added that the government launched a state-funded in vitro program, increased the number of childcare places for children under 3 by 66,921, and introduced 1500 PLN for grandparents as part of the Active Parent program. Fogiel also pointed out the first Polish military satellite, the launch of Baltic Towers, and the construction of Baltica 2, which was to provide energy for 2.5 million homes. He mentioned the construction of a new external port in the Baltic, Cape Pomerania, and allocated 2.7 billion PLN for local roads in 2026. In the field of defense, the author of the post mentioned an increase in spending to nearly 5% of GDP in the budget for 2026, an increase in the tightness of the border with Belarus from 30% in 2023 to 98% in 2025, and support for the defense industry, including the production of Krabs, Borsuks, Rosomaks, and NAREW systems. He wrote that 96 Apache helicopters were purchased, and the MESKO plant produced a million pieces of ammunition daily. He added the launch of the Eastern Shield with a budget of 40 billion PLN, securing nearly 190 billion PLN from SAFE for defense, increasing the number of police officers to over 100,000, and allocating 13 billion PLN for the modernization of the fire brigade, police, and border guards. #Polska #Gospodarka #Innowacje (translated)

The author wrote that local people living with HIV were among the main victims of the problems that Transnistria has been facing in recent years due to the Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine. He added that the region was experiencing the biggest economic crisis since 1992. https://t.co/CHw8oAzWSG #Naddniestrze #HIV #KryzysGospodarczy #MD #RU #UA (translated)

The author of the post wrote that Poland allocated a record 4.8% of GDP to defense and was set to receive over 183 billion PLN from the SAFE program, the highest in the EU. He also mentioned that 89% of orders were to go to the Polish defense industry. He emphasized that security was not just a matter of declarations, but of actions. https://t.co/a7H9xTGZF2 #obronność #Polska #bezpieczeństwo #PL (translated)

The author wrote that DHL has included Poland in its 2030 Strategy as one of the markets that could particularly benefit from changes in global trade. He stated that Poland is among the ten largest DHL markets in the world in terms of employment, and the share of exports in Polish GDP has increased from about 20. #Polska #handel #DHL #PL (translated)

Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz wrote that after three years of changes and strengthening defense, Poland is building a strong army and increasing security. He stated that in 2026, approximately 201 billion PLN, or 4.8% of GDP, is to be allocated to defense, which — as he emphasized — places Poland among the leaders of NATO. The minister also mentioned the implementation of the SAFE program, from which about 190 billion PLN (43.7 billion euros) is to be allocated for defense capabilities and the development of the domestic defense industry. Among the procurement plans, he pointed out three submarines as part of the ORKA program and 96 APACHE helicopters, for which offset agreements are to be signed. Kosiniak-Kamysz described the concept of "Army 500" as 300,000 professional soldiers in peacetime and 200,000 high-readiness reserves. He also mentioned the Eastern Shield, allocating approximately 3 billion PLN for modernization of security and border protection with Belarus, as well as the development of drone and medical troops. He wrote that the programs Education with the military, Ready, CyberLegion, MedLegion, and DroneLegion are intended to strengthen the resilience of society, practical skills, and cooperation between specialists and the military. He added that his government did not terminate the contracts of its predecessors, and the military was to be separated from politics. He announced further modernization, development of the Polish industry and alliances. He described cooperation with the USA as the foundation of Poland's security and the ability to defend as a cornerstone of lasting peace. #obronność #Polska #NATO (translated)

Poland is a leader among NATO allies in defense spending, allocating nearly 5% of GDP for this purpose this year, after committing to defense obligations in The Hague in 2025. "Poland is a leader among NATO allies in defense spending, allocating nearly 5% of GDP for this purpose this year, after committing to defense obligations in The Hague in 2025." - wrote Matthew Whitaker. #Polska #NATO #obronność (translated)