Ukrainian refugees boost Polish economy, study finds

New report highlights net positive impact of refugee integration on Poland's labour market and GDP growth.
Text: Óscar Ontañón Docal
Published 2025-06-10

The latest news on Russia and Ukraine. A joint study published on Tuesday by the UNHCR and Deloitte reveals that Ukrainian refugees have significantly strengthened Poland's economy without displacing native workers or suppressing wages.


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Despite initial concerns, their integration has spurred productivity and specialisation, contributing substantially to GDP growth in recent years. The report emphasizes that further improving labour market integration could unlock even greater economic benefits.

Lviv, Ukraine - February 26, 2022. People in railway station of western Ukrainian city of Lviv waiting for the train to Poland

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