Obama praises Poland on anniversary
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U.S. President Barack Obama, who came to Warsaw on Tuesday to take part in the 25th anniversary of the first partially free election after communism, spoke highly of Poland as an ally and of the country’s road to freedom.
Poland is one of the biggest allies and best friends of the USA, Obama said. He added that he felt honored to be in the country on the anniversary of the rebirth of democracy. He stressed that Poland also celebrates 15 years in NATO this year.
The president added that the USA maintains its obligation to extend its engagement in Poland’s security. He pointed to newly stationed air force units as an example.
Upon arriving in Poland, Obama announced a new $1 billion European Reassurance Fund, aimed at boosting the security of European allies of the USA, which became more fragile after the annexation of Crimea by Russia.
