The Transformation of Polish-Ukrainian Relations in the Context of Migration Policy Implementation

In 2022, Russia’s war against Ukraine shook the world and kickstarted an active humanitarian operation to save war-affected Ukrainians. All the neighbouring countries of Ukraine were forced to react actively. However, the subsequent refugee crisis affected Poland the most. Currently, Poland is playi...

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Main Authors: Kateryna Demchuk, Oksana Krayevska
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Center for Europe, Warsaw University 2023-12-01
Series:Studia Europejskie
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Online Access:https://journalse.com/the-transformation-of-polish-ukrainian-relations-in-the-context-of-migration-policy-implementation/
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description In 2022, Russia’s war against Ukraine shook the world and kickstarted an active humanitarian operation to save war-affected Ukrainians. All the neighbouring countries of Ukraine were forced to react actively. However, the subsequent refugee crisis affected Poland the most. Currently, Poland is playing the most important role among the countries receiving war refugees from Ukraine, which raises obvious questions about future developments and possible future challenges in relations between Ukraine and Poland and, above all, migration policy itself. The objective of this paper is to conduct a comprehensive analysis of Poland’s policy in the fi eld of accepting refugees and to examine the relevant legislation and procedures related to Ukrainian refugees, thereby shedding light on the assistance and support mechanisms put in place by the Polish authorities. Furthermore, this study seeks to draw insightful conclusions regarding the impact of Ukrainian refugees on Poland’s economic and social spheres, in addition to exploring the refugees’ integration into various aspects of daily life. A critical aspect of this research involves a comparative analysis to ascertain whether Poland’s policy towards Ukrainian refugees has undergone any significant changes since the beginning of the full-scale invasion on February 24th, 2022. This timeline provides a crucial backdrop for understanding how evolving geopolitical dynamics may have influenced Poland’s approach. This research employs a multidisciplinary approach, utilising a combination of data collection, policy analysis, and an extensive review of relevant literature to provide a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the complex issue at hand.
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spelling doaj.art-9661abb3296042d3b1664ca7ad782bf92024-02-02T10:24:51ZengCenter for Europe, Warsaw UniversityStudia Europejskie1428-149X2023-12-0127413315210.33067/SE.4.2023.8The Transformation of Polish-Ukrainian Relations in the Context of Migration Policy ImplementationKateryna Demchuk0https://orcid.org/0009-0000-5134-0150Oksana Krayevska1https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6997-3490Ivan Franko National University of LvivIvan Franko National University of LvivIn 2022, Russia’s war against Ukraine shook the world and kickstarted an active humanitarian operation to save war-affected Ukrainians. All the neighbouring countries of Ukraine were forced to react actively. However, the subsequent refugee crisis affected Poland the most. Currently, Poland is playing the most important role among the countries receiving war refugees from Ukraine, which raises obvious questions about future developments and possible future challenges in relations between Ukraine and Poland and, above all, migration policy itself. The objective of this paper is to conduct a comprehensive analysis of Poland’s policy in the fi eld of accepting refugees and to examine the relevant legislation and procedures related to Ukrainian refugees, thereby shedding light on the assistance and support mechanisms put in place by the Polish authorities. Furthermore, this study seeks to draw insightful conclusions regarding the impact of Ukrainian refugees on Poland’s economic and social spheres, in addition to exploring the refugees’ integration into various aspects of daily life. A critical aspect of this research involves a comparative analysis to ascertain whether Poland’s policy towards Ukrainian refugees has undergone any significant changes since the beginning of the full-scale invasion on February 24th, 2022. This timeline provides a crucial backdrop for understanding how evolving geopolitical dynamics may have influenced Poland’s approach. This research employs a multidisciplinary approach, utilising a combination of data collection, policy analysis, and an extensive review of relevant literature to provide a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the complex issue at hand.https://journalse.com/the-transformation-of-polish-ukrainian-relations-in-the-context-of-migration-policy-implementation/migrationmigration policywar refugeesrussiatemporary protectionpolandukraine
spellingShingle Kateryna Demchuk
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war refugees
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temporary protection
poland
ukraine
title The Transformation of Polish-Ukrainian Relations in the Context of Migration Policy Implementation
title_full The Transformation of Polish-Ukrainian Relations in the Context of Migration Policy Implementation
title_fullStr The Transformation of Polish-Ukrainian Relations in the Context of Migration Policy Implementation
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title_short The Transformation of Polish-Ukrainian Relations in the Context of Migration Policy Implementation
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topic migration
migration policy
war refugees
russia
temporary protection
poland
ukraine
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