Poland is growing faster than almost anywhere else in the EU and spending big to match its ambitions. Some say that Poland is the future leader of the EU. Others speculate that economic growth built on borrowed money is unsustainable. In this lesson we will discuss which is more likely.

By the end of this lesson you will have: 1. Expanded your vocabulary for discussing economics, growth and national power. 2. Interpreted economic data comparing several major European economies. 3. Examined what lies behind a country's rapid rise. 4. Debated whether Poland's growth can last and what it means for the EU. 5. Received written feedback on your language.