Sikorski asserts ambassador appointments follow vice-premier rules as Nawrocki backs Domański

Radosław Sikorski reminded on X that the legal framework for appointing ambassadors mirrors that for the vice-premier, requiring a presidential decree based on the foreign minister’s proposal rather than personal discretion. He emphasized the role is ceremonial, not executive. Prime Minister Donald Tusk has already signed the nomination of Andrzej Domański for the vice-premier post, and President Karol Nawrocki stated he will not impede the appointment.

A forthcoming ceremony will also see a new minister replace Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz. The article notes that a broader conflict over ambassadorial nominations has persisted since 2024, when Sikorski withdrew dozens of candidates and former President Andrzej Duda stressed the president’s signature was essential. Recent talks between the presidency and the foreign ministry have stalled, leaving several embassies led by chargés d’affaires.