Political scientist Valentin Gladkih expressed the opinion that the blockade of the Ukrainian border by Polish farmers has become a problem for Ukraine, Poland, and the European Union.
Grievances Addressed to the EU
He noted that the Poles primarily address their grievances to the European Union, seeking a review of its decisions regarding Ukraine and proposing a system of compensation for Poland. This would help reduce potential losses from opening the market to Ukrainian products.
Intersection of Issues
Gladkih emphasized that this issue intersects with the internal problems of the EU related to the ineffectiveness of the agricultural market, as well as Ukraine’s European integration. Polish farmers fear competition from Ukrainian agriculture.
Call for Change
He also pointed out that the blockade is caused by the EU’s ineffective agricultural policy, where agriculture is subsidized in many European countries. Gladkih believes that this leads to tension within the EU and calls for a revision of rules in the agricultural sector. Ukraine’s integration is becoming a catalyst for changes in Europe.
