Ukrainian refugees boost Polish budget by $ 4 billion in 2024

Ukrainian refugees in 2024 helped increase Poland's budget revenue by approximately $4 billion, according to estimates from the state-owned Bank of Economy of Poland (BGK), the Polish National Bank reports, citing Bankier.pl.

It is estimated that refugees from Ukraine contributed around $4 billion to Poland's budget in 2024.

"Considering the estimated amount of taxes paid in Poland by Ukrainian refugees, it can be concluded that for every 1 PLN earned by Ukrainian citizens under the 'Family 800 Plus' program, migrants contributed about $1.38 to Poland's state budget," said bank experts.

It is also noted that Polish medium and large companies plan to increase employment among workers from outside the European Union, particularly from Ukraine, in 2025.

Earlier, Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski said that Russia is attempting to recruit Polish citizens through the dark web to interfere in the upcoming presidential election.

The recruitment efforts are reportedly aimed at spreading disinformation and destabilizing the political landscape in Poland ahead of the elections scheduled for 18 May 2025.

Krzysztof Gawkowski said Russian intelligence services are offering between € 3,000 and 4,000 to spread disinformation during the May election campaign.

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Question 1 of 5

What is the main purpose of the proposed EU "drone wall" mentioned in the article?

To deliver packages across borders

To detect and counter threats like drones and smugglers

To create a digital art installation

To monitor wildlife migration

Correct! The article explains the "drone wall" is a concept for a technologically advanced border to detect threats, including hostile drones and smuggling operations.

Not quite. The primary purpose is for defense and security, to detect and counter threats along the EU's borders.

Question 2 of 5

According to the article, a "drone wall" would NOT be a physical wall but rather a...

Network of sensors and countermeasures

Line of concrete barriers

Series of watchtowers

Fleet of patrol ships

Exactly! The concept is not a literal wall but a "virtual" one, consisting of interconnected sensors like radars and acoustic detectors, along with systems to neutralize threats.

Incorrect. The article emphasizes that it's a technological network of sensors and countermeasures, not a physical structure.

Question 3 of 5

What is a key challenge in creating an effective "drone wall"?

Finding enough pilots

A shortage of concrete

Integrating different systems from various countries

Lack of public support

That's right! A major hurdle is getting different systems from various manufacturers and countries to "talk" to each other and work as a unified, seamless network.

Close! While other issues exist, the article points to the technical challenge of integrating diverse systems as a key obstacle.

Question 4 of 5

Which method of countering drones is mentioned as being particularly effective based on Ukraine's experience?

Using large nets

Electronic warfare (jamming)

Training eagles to catch them

Shooting them down with conventional firearms

Perfect! The article highlights that electronic warfare, which involves jamming the signals that control drones, is a crucial and effective component of modern anti-drone defense.

Not this time! Electronic warfare (jamming) is mentioned as a key lesson from Ukraine's experience.

Question 5 of 5

What is the estimated cost mentioned for this high-tech border project?

€2.5 million

€2.5 trillion

€2.5 billion

€250,000

You got it! The article mentions a significant estimated cost of €2.5 billion for the project proposed by Poland and the Baltic states.

Oops! The figure mentioned is a substantial €2.5 billion.

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Question 1 of 5

What is the main purpose of the proposed EU "drone wall" mentioned in the article?

To deliver packages across borders

To detect and counter threats like drones and smugglers

To create a digital art installation

To monitor wildlife migration

Correct! The article explains the "drone wall" is a concept for a technologically advanced border to detect threats, including hostile drones and smuggling operations.

Not quite. The primary purpose is for defense and security, to detect and counter threats along the EU's borders.

Question 2 of 5

According to the article, a "drone wall" would NOT be a physical wall but rather a...

Network of sensors and countermeasures

Line of concrete barriers

Series of watchtowers

Fleet of patrol ships

Exactly! The concept is not a literal wall but a "virtual" one, consisting of interconnected sensors like radars and acoustic detectors, along with systems to neutralize threats.

Incorrect. The article emphasizes that it's a technological network of sensors and countermeasures, not a physical structure.

Question 3 of 5

What is a key challenge in creating an effective "drone wall"?

Finding enough pilots

A shortage of concrete

Integrating different systems from various countries

Lack of public support

That's right! A major hurdle is getting different systems from various manufacturers and countries to "talk" to each other and work as a unified, seamless network.

Close! While other issues exist, the article points to the technical challenge of integrating diverse systems as a key obstacle.

Question 4 of 5

Which method of countering drones is mentioned as being particularly effective based on Ukraine's experience?

Using large nets

Electronic warfare (jamming)

Training eagles to catch them

Shooting them down with conventional firearms

Perfect! The article highlights that electronic warfare, which involves jamming the signals that control drones, is a crucial and effective component of modern anti-drone defense.

Not this time! Electronic warfare (jamming) is mentioned as a key lesson from Ukraine's experience.

Question 5 of 5

What is the estimated cost mentioned for this high-tech border project?

€2.5 million

€2.5 trillion

€2.5 billion

€250,000

You got it! The article mentions a significant estimated cost of €2.5 billion for the project proposed by Poland and the Baltic states.

Oops! The figure mentioned is a substantial €2.5 billion.

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