Wrocław appears as the back-runner in Expo 2012 bid

Wrocław is directly competiting against  Josu in South Korea and Tanger in Marroco. Other prominent Polish politicians could not find time to participate in today's final presentation of candidate cities. "During the Polish presentation a speech from the Prime Minister will be played, where he assures his support for the candidacy of Wrocław and will uphold earlier proposals," said government spokesperson Agnieszka Liszka. Former President Lech Wałęsa was lobbying during a formal dinner with delegates from 70 countries - who are members of the panel who choosing the host. However, there are 140 such members and since fall their number increased by 40. According to rumors, none of the new members will vote for Wrocław as Poland's competitors have won over their votes. (Rzeczpospolita, pp. A1, A2, B2) M.M.