Poland and the World Bank have finalized an agreement to discontinue the use of development loans, signaling a shift in the nation's economic relationship with the global lender. Historically, the World Bank provided these loans to support infrastructure, environmental, and institutional development as Poland transitioned toward a market-based economy following the end of the Cold War.

This decision reflects Poland's evolution into a high-income economy with greater access to private capital markets, reducing its reliance on multilateral development financing. While the specific terms of the phase-out were not detailed in the initial reports, the move is generally viewed as a graduation from the World Bank's development assistance programs. The agreement effectively closes a chapter of financial cooperation that has spanned several decades, during which the World Bank supported various modernization efforts across the Polish public sector. Neither party has indicated that this change will impact existing diplomatic relations or future advisory roles the World Bank may hold in the region.