On January 3, Warsaw will become the center of a large-scale protest by farmers from various European Union countries, gathering to express their discontent with EU policies.
The march will begin at 2:00 PM near the European Commission’s representation and end at the National Theatre, where a ceremonial event marking the start of Poland’s presidency of the EU Council will take place. The protesters aim to draw attention to their demands at a critical moment as Poland assumes leadership in the EU.
Farmers are raising several key grievances. Chief among them is dissatisfaction with the EU’s Green Deal, which they view as destructive to the agricultural sector, the excessive import of agricultural products from Ukraine that drives down domestic market prices, and the overall decline of European agriculture.
The protesters are particularly focused on the challenges faced by young farmers. They argue that current EU environmental and economic regulations impose additional financial burdens, making farming increasingly unviable.
The protest organizers have warned of possible road blockades and other acts of civil disobedience if their demands are not addressed. Polish law enforcement is preparing a large-scale operation to maintain public order and prevent potential clashes between protesters and local residents.
