Poland Marks Army Day, Emphasizing Security and Defense Modernization
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- Poland celebrated Polish Army Day on August 15, commemorating the 106th anniversary of the Battle of Warsaw in 1920, a victory that secured the nation's independence.
- Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Wลadysลaw Kosiniak-Kamysz highlighted the ongoing modernization of Poland's armed forces, with a record 200 billion zlotys allocated to defense in the current year, nearly 5% of GDP.
- The minister emphasized that freedom and security require constant effort and vigilance, underscoring Poland's commitment to strengthening its defense capabilities through modernization, technological development, and international cooperation, including the EU's SAFE program.
Poland marked Polish Army Day on August 15, a significant occasion commemorating the 106th anniversary of the pivotal Battle of Warsaw in 1920. This historic victory, often referred to as the "Miracle on the Vistula," was instrumental in preserving the independence of the newly reborn Republic of Poland and left an indelible mark on both Polish and European history.
Freedom and security are never given once and for all. Every generation has the duty to guard and strengthen them.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Wลadysลaw Kosiniak-Kamysz addressed the nation, emphasizing that freedom and security are not static achievements but require continuous effort and vigilance from every generation. He expressed gratitude to the soldiers of the Polish Armed Forces who safeguard the nation's security daily. Kosiniak-Kamysz acknowledged the challenging contemporary security landscape and detailed Poland's consistent efforts to bolster its defense capabilities.
The minister highlighted the nation's largest-ever technical modernization program for its armed forces. This year, Poland has allocated a record 200 billion zlotys (approximately $50 billion USD) to defense spending, representing nearly 5% of its gross domestic product. This substantial investment is directed towards equipping the Polish Army with modern weaponry, enhancing operational capacities, and strengthening the domestic industrial and technological base.
We continue to equip the Polish Army with modern equipment and weaponry, develop operational capabilities, and strengthen national industrial and technological potential.
Furthermore, Kosiniak-Kamysz pointed to the SAFE program, the European Union's largest financial instrument supporting the security and defense of member states. Poland has secured 186 billion zlotys through this program, which fuels further military modernization, supports the domestic defense industry, and drives investment in advanced technologies. He stated that these efforts not only strengthen Poland's defense potential but also stimulate economic growth, innovation, and job creation within the country. The celebration served as a reminder that a nation's strength lies in responsibility, unity, and collective action.
This means not only further strengthening our state's defense potential but also an impetus for the development of the Polish economy, innovation, and new jobs.
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Originally published by Rzeczpospolita in Polish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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