Polish truckers have lifted their blockade of checkpoints on the border with Ukraine after reaching an agreement with their government, suspending the protest until March 1 while further talks take place. The blockade had caused delays in goods reaching Europe and strained the Ukrainian economy, with the resumption of traffic at the previously blocked border crossings providing relief. The truckers had been protesting what they saw as unfair competition from Ukrainian counterparts, impacting their profits.
Polish truckers have resumed their blockade of a major Ukrainian border crossing, demanding the reinstatement of a permit system for Ukrainian companies operating in the EU and European truckers entering Ukraine. The protest initially affected three crossings but has now expanded to four. While some trucks are still able to pass through certain crossings, the blockade has caused significant delays, with a wait time of 68 hours reported at one crossing. Ukrainian authorities are seeking a meeting with Polish officials to resolve the issues.
Polish truckers and farmers have initiated a round-the-clock blockade of the Medyka border crossing with Ukraine, joining three other border crossings in protest against Ukrainian companies offering cheaper services within the European Union. The truckers demand the reintroduction of a permit system for Ukrainian and EU truckers, exemptions for humanitarian aid and military supplies, and measures to prevent Belarusian and Russian hauliers from circumventing sanctions by setting up companies in Poland. The protest has caused long queues and delays, with Ukraine claiming damage to its economy and blocked supplies. The outgoing Polish government and the incoming pro-EU coalition have shown little interest in resolving the issue, while the far-right Confederation party has supported the protests.
Polish truckers and farmers have initiated a round-the-clock blockade of the Medyka border crossing with Ukraine, joining three other border crossings in protest against Ukrainian companies offering cheaper services within the European Union. The truckers demand the reintroduction of a permit system for Ukrainian and EU truckers, exemptions for humanitarian aid and military supplies, and measures to prevent Belarusian and Russian hauliers from circumventing sanctions by setting up companies in Poland. The protest has caused long queues and delays, with Ukraine claiming damage to its economy and blocked supplies. The outgoing Polish government and the incoming pro-EU coalition have shown little interest in resolving the issue, while the far-right Confederation party has supported the protests.
Polish truckers and farmers have initiated a round-the-clock blockade of the Medyka border crossing, one of the busiest entry points between Poland and Ukraine, in protest against Ukrainian companies offering cheaper transportation services within the European Union. The truckers demand the reintroduction of a permit system for Ukrainian and EU truckers, exemptions for humanitarian aid and military supplies, and measures to prevent Belarusian and Russian hauliers from circumventing sanctions. The protest has caused long queues and delays, with over a thousand lorries stranded. The Ukrainian government claims the blockade is damaging its economy and hampering exports. The Polish government has requested exemptions for EU drivers with empty trucks and proposed the establishment of a joint committee to analyze the effects of lifting transport permits in the EU market. However, the truckers feel that both the outgoing and incoming Polish governments have shown a lack of interest in addressing their concerns.
Polish truckers blocked three major border crossings with Ukraine in protest against what they perceive as unfair competition from Ukrainian businesses. They blame the liberalization of EU rules for a decline in their revenues and demand the reinstatement of entry permits for Ukrainian rivals. The truckers argue that Ukrainian competitors have lower costs, drive down prices, and take away their cargo. The protest has caused significant disruptions to cargo traffic, but the Polish government says it cannot meet the demands due to existing EU agreements.
Polish truckers have blocked roads to three border crossings with Ukraine in protest against what they perceive as government inaction over a loss of business to foreign competitors during Russia's war on Ukraine. The truckers are demanding the reimposition of restrictions on the number of Ukraine-registered trucks entering Poland and a ban on transport companies with capital from outside the European Union. The blockades have caused disruptions in road transport and have been criticized by Ukraine's Infrastructure Minister for harming the interests and economies of both countries. The affected border crossings typically see several hundred trucks passing in each direction per day.
