US EditionUkrainian Refugees Boost Poland's Economy Despite Skepticism
- UNHCR and Deloitte published a report on Tuesday showing Ukrainian refugees have positively impacted Poland's economy since 2022.
- The report follows three years since Russia invaded Ukraine, which led to over a million Ukrainians seeking refuge in Poland.
- UNHCR representative Kevin J. Allen stated Poland's GDP grew by 2.7% in 2024 due to policies allowing refugees to work and start businesses.
- The report found no rise in unemployment or wage reduction for Poles, noting many Ukrainians work below their education level and integration gaps remain.
- Addressing labor market integration could generate annual gains of 6 billion zlotys, suggesting further economic benefits from refugee inclusion.
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Ukrainian Refugees Boost Poland's Economy Despite Skepticism
A UNHCR and Deloitte report highlights the positive impact of Ukrainian refugees on Poland's economy, debunking myths of increased unemployment and lower wages. Despite political tensions and societal fatigue, the refugees have contributed to GDP growth and economic specialization.
A report by the UN refugee agency and auditing firm Deloitte finds that refugees from Ukraine have made a significant contribution to Poland's economy and have not caused an increase in unemployment or a decrease in wages for Polish workers.
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The Straits TimesUkrainian refugees give Poland big economic boost, report says
WARSAW (Reuters) -Ukrainians have made a significant contribution to Poland's economy and have not caused a rise in unemployment or lower wages for Polish workers, according to a report from the
Ukrainian refugees have enriched the Polish economy, yet they continue to rate their level of integration as low.
According to a report by the UN Refugee Agency, war refugees from Ukraine have contributed significantly to the Polish economy. “By allowing Ukrainian refugees to start working and open small businesses, Poland increased its GDP by 2.7% in 2024,” the agency noted. Ukrainian refugees have helped to specialize the Polish economy and make it more productive, and employment for Poles has not declined. The presence of refugees has even resulted in ri…
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