Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski paid tribute to women on social media, stressing their strength of character.
"I wish that you always have the ability to decide for yourselves and your future, and I wish you a sense of security," he said in an X post.
International Women's Day is observed in dozens of countries worldwide on March 8. The celebration originated from the labour movement and gained international recognition in the early 20th century.
In 1910 in Copenhagen, Socialists declared it as a tribute to women's struggle for equality, better pay and the right to vote.
In Poland, the day was especially popular during the communist period, when it was marked in most workplaces and schools. After communism collapsed in 1989, the event lost its popularity, and central celebrations were eventually abolished in 1993.
These days, March 8 in Poland typically features demonstrations by feminists, accompanied by events advocating for gender equality.
Meanwhile, many Polish men give women flowers and gifts on the day.
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Source: IAR, PAP
