In a post on X the following day, Sikorski said it had been “good to host” Lammy in the Polish capital, thanking him for talks on what he described as the true foundations of Europe’s security.
The discussions, he said, covered the UK–Poland partnership, Russia’s war against Ukraine, migration pressures and the real substance of international treaties, rather than their headlines alone.
“Alliances are not given once and for all,” Sikorski wrote. “They must be continuously reinforced and supported in the pursuit of shared interests.”
Poland’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the talks in Warsaw on 16 January focused on strategic cooperation between Poland and the United Kingdom, as well as a bilateral security and defence partnership treaty currently under negotiation.
The ministers also discussed prospects for ending the war in Ukraine, the challenge of irregular migration in Europe, and a range of current bilateral issues.
According to the foreign ministry, relations between Warsaw and London are based on a long-standing strategic partnership, supported by close political cooperation and strong ties in security, defence, the economy and culture. The two countries hold regular high-level consultations, both bilaterally and within broader international frameworks.
Russia’s ongoing aggression against Ukraine was a central theme of the visit, alongside discussions on possible paths towards peace.
Poland and the UK reiterated their unequivocal support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, agreeing that any end to the war must be in line with international law.
Both countries continue to support Ukraine politically, militarily and diplomatically, coordinating their efforts through Nato and other formats, including what Poland describes as a “coalition of the willing”.
They also share a common stance towards Russia, backing the continuation of sanctions and increased international pressure until the aggression ends.
Lammy’s visit to Poland followed an earlier meeting with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky and came shortly before Sikorski was due to depart for an official visit to India on Saturday, 17 January 2026.
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Source: MSZ/X/@sikorskiradek/@DavidLammy