Poland to Hold Presidential Vote on May 18

Poland to hold presidential vote on May 18, government agenda at stake
Poland will hold the first round of a presidential election on May 18, the parliament speaker said on Wednesday, setting the scene for a vote that will be crucial for the pro-European government's hopes of implementing its agenda.
Poland to hold presidential election on May 18, says parliament speaker who will run in it
The head of Poland's parliament said Wednesday that the country's presidential election will be held on May 18, with a runoff on June 1 if needed. The election will decide whether the pro-European Union Cabinet of Prime Minister Donald Tusk will gain an ally in the presidential palace at a challenging time for Poland and for Europe.
Poland to vote for new president on May 18
Poles will elect a new president on May 18, parliament speaker Szymon Holownia announced on Wednesday. The current head of state, Andrzej Duda, cannot run again after serving two terms under the backing of the right-wing Law and Justice (PiS) party.
Poland Announces May 18 For Presidential Election: Official
Poland's parliamentary speaker said Wednesday the country would hold a presidential election on May 18, with the governing pro-EU coalition hoping its candidate will succeed outgoing conservative Andrzej Duda.
Poland sets date for presidential election: Details
Marshal (Speaker) of the Polish Sejm, Szymon Hołownia in Poland, announced that the presidential election will take place on May 18. A second round may occur in early June if necessary, Polsat News reports.
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