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Polish FM to make key speech in parliament on Thursday

24.04.2024 11:00
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski is scheduled to deliver a key speech to the country's parliament on Thursday, outlining a strategic vision for Poland’s foreign policy this year in areas such as national security and European relations.
Radosław Sikorski.
Radosław Sikorski. Photo: PAP/Albert Zawada

"The forthcoming policy direction will not only guide our diplomatic actions but also aim to correct misleading narratives from past administrations," Sikorski said ahead of his address, as quoted by state news agency PAP.

Before his formal presentation, Sikorski will preview his policy points to President Andrzej Duda and members of the Polish parliament’s foreign affairs committee.

His plan draws on extensive consultations with foreign policy experts amid ongoing global instability and Russia's war in Ukraine, the PAP news agency reported.

Sikorski is also set to critique the policies of Poland’s previous conservative government, emphasizing the need for bipartisan cooperation, according to reports.

"This initial review is crucial not only as a reflection but also as a stepping stone towards inviting opposition cooperation and seeking consensus on pivotal national matters," he said.

The speech will propose enhancements to the EU’s decision-making processes and migration policies, aiming for a more controlled and strategic approach.

Sikorski is also expected to discuss Poland's active role in international coalitions and Warsaw's efforts in aiding the postwar reconstruction of Ukraine, the PAP news agency reported.

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Source: PAP, IAR