“Poland’s security is Sweden’s security,” said Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson.
“Poland’s security is Sweden’s security,” said Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson.
“I know that I can count on Poland to lead the way,” said Mark Rutte during his first visit to Poland as NATO secretary general.
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It follows a media report that he showed bias in recruitment and was accused of homophobic and racist behaviour.
The Polish armed forces contain 216,100 personnel, and are the alliance’s largest in Europe.
The diplomat in question, Tomasz Szatkowski, rejected the allegations and announced plans to sue the prime minister.
“The aim is to establish cooperation in the development of our key deep strike capability,” said Poland’s defence ministry.
In both cases, Olaf Scholz did not provide details of what these measures would involve in practice.
The Polish defence budget, at 4.12% of GDP, is the highest among NATO countries and more than double the alliance’s guideline of 2%.
Andrzej Duda accused the government of violating procedures and endangering Poland’s preparation for an upcoming NATO summit.
The Kremlin says it is “analysing the situation” and will “take all necessary steps to ensure our security”.
Military personnel from the US and Portugal are also taking part.
Talks focused on security, and in particular on the need to provide continued support to Ukraine.
The move is part of a wider NATO decision to suspend operation of the treaty in response to Russia’s decision to withdraw from it last year.
The exercises are a test of the alliance’s deterrence and defence capabilities, including around the SuwaÅ‚ki Gap.