Poland signs three-year defence cooperation plan with UK

Key Points:

• Poland's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz and UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting signed a three-year cooperation plan focusing on new technologies, AI, drones, anti-drone systems, and modern deterrence measures, building on a recent Polish-British treaty.
• Joint initiatives include the Miecznik programme, integrated air defence systems like Narew and Pilica, and developing an independent production line for 155 mm ammunition, aimed at enhancing military capabilities.
• Both countries emphasized full unity and coordination in supporting Ukraine, with Streeting condemning Russian hybrid attacks on Poland as state-sponsored terrorism involving drone incursions.
• Poland and the UK support strengthening the transatlantic alliance with the United States, advocating for bolstered European defence capabilities without seeking full independence from the US.
• Meanwhile, US-led efforts continue to facilitate peace negotiations on Ukraine, with a potential fourth round of talks expected in Abu Dhabi in mid-November, as the EU works on forming a joint team to represent its position.