Poland and US sign statement of intent on strengthening defence industry cooperation
Poland's defence minister said his country would be "the US ambassador in the EU".
Polish Defence Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz and US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth have signed a statement of intent to strengthen defence industry cooperation between their countries. Kosiniak-Kamysz described the move as a "strategic partnership" for the United States, while Hegseth hailed Poland as a "model ally". The agreement aims to boost US equipment manufacturing and maintenance in Poland, including technology transfers.
Poland is also seeking European funds for jointly produced US equipment, as the SAFE defence loans programme largely excludes American manufacturers. The two leaders discussed security issues during their meeting, with Kosiniak-Kamysz reportedly receiving a "green light" from the Pentagon for a new US military base in Poland. Hegseth praised Poland for its "formidable army" and commitment to NATO 3.0, encouraging the country to continue supporting Ukraine.
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