Our Europe: 15 Years of Poland in the European Union

Abstract

This report is the result of the joint work of a number of experts from various fields who have been - for many years – analysing the multidimensional effects of EU institutions and cooperation with Member States pursuant to European values and mechanisms. The authors summarise the benefits of Poland’s membership in the EU based on facts; however, they do not hide their own views and reflections. They also demonstrate the barriers and challenges to further European integration.

This report was prepared by CASE, one of the oldest independent think tanks in Central and Eastern Europe, utilising its nearly 30 years of experience in providing objective analyses and recommendations with respect to socioeconomic topics. It is both an expression of concern about Poland’s future in the EU, as well as the authors’ contribution to the debate on further European integration.

Keywords: Poland, European Union, economy, energy, labour market, environment, social policy, higher education, manufacturing, agriculture, culture

JEL Classification: F1, F2, F4, F5, I2, I3, J1-J6, L6, L8, Q1-Q5, R1, R4