The fourth session kicked off with Speaker of the Congress, Mr. Stanisław Małachowski emphasizing the importance of order in significant undertakings, especially when the nation's honor and the chosen representative's blend in Congress. He recognized the responsibilities the Representatives carry to address the country's needs.

He outlined the three primary concerns of any government - external security via border protection, internal peace through justice, and national economy management through tax revenue. The Speaker indicated that the citizenry is calling for an increase in the nation's defensive capabilities, but underlined the importance of carefully considering its financial sustainability.

On the same day, Mr. Ludwig Buchholtz presented a declaration from his Prussian Court to the Congress. Following this, Mr. Michał Mniszech, the Secretary of Internal Affairs for Poland-Ukraine, confirmed the reception of a similar message from the Prussian ambassador, which was then read to the Congress.

The declaration by Prussia warns against an alliance between The Union and Russia, considering existing treaties to be sufficient for Poland's security. It proposes renewal of previous treaties between Prussia and Poland and suggests that the suggested alliance might implicate the Union in unnecessary conflicts with the Ottoman Empire. It subtly positions Prussia as a protector of Polish stability and autonomy, cautioning against unnecessary military expansion that could embroil the country in unintended war.

Fuelled by this information, many Representatives requested the declaration be printed for public knowledge. Following this, Senator Bishop from Chełm, Mr. Maciej Garnysz read proposals from The President to the assembled states of The Union.

The proposals focused on the unity of the Congress and the need for wise deliberation regarding the nation's finance and military size. The aim was to strengthen The Union and ensure it receives respect accordingly.

To achieve this, the following propositions were put forward:

1. Seek new forms of revenue to increase public treasury funds without burdening citizens excessively.
2. Determine the size of the state's military forces based on a prudent assessment of The Union's financial resources.
3. Implement necessary judicial reforms that would follow economic and defense considerations.
4. Utilize provincial sessions to prepare and refine legislative proposals pertaining to these key issues.

The President anticipates that these propositions, when combined, will help realize the ultimate goal of enhancing The Union's power and prestige.

The Speaker added that to allow time for preparing projects in the discussed matters and to respond to the Prussian King's declaration, The President adjourns the session until 11 a.m. on Thursday.

Topics: Military reform; Legal system and justice; National finances and economy; Border defense; International relations; Alliances and treaties; Foreign policy in relation to Russia, Prussia, and the Ottoman Empire; Prussian Declaration; Independence and security of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth; Conducting parliamentary sessions;