Poland looks to economic heights in a country transformed since Soviet days

Source: guardianTech October 14, 2026 · 22:00
Poland looks to economic heights in a country transformed since Soviet days
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In the final part of our series on the country, Poles tell how wages have soared – along with the cost of livingAbove the rain-soaked streets of Warsaw, the observation deck of the Varso tower overlooks Joseph Stalin’s gift to Poland that has divided opinion for decades.For some, the Soviet-era Palace of Culture and Science is a drunk confectioner’s nightmare; standing as a relic of oppression that should have been demolished. For others, it is an icon on the skyline and a monumental warning from history. Continue reading...
Capital
Warsaw
Region
Europe & Central Asia
Income level
High income
ISO code
POL
Data: World Bank

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