Poland an important ally - NATO Secretary General

The Secretary-General of NATO, Jens Stoltenberg, praised Poland as a strong ally that contributes to the collective security of the alliance, in an interview with TVP Info. Stoltenberg highlighted Poland's active contribution to collective defense, including spending more than 2% of its GDP on defense and investing in modern capabilities. He also noted the presence of US troops in Poland. The interview coincided with the upcoming 25th anniversary of Poland's NATO membership in 2024. Stoltenberg also referenced past warnings by former Polish President Lech Kaczyński about Russia's aggressive policies, including in Georgia, Syria, Chechnya, and Crimea.

Stoltenberg emphasized that the ongoing invasion of Ukraine should not have come as a surprise as it fits into Russia's pattern of aggressive actions over the years.

Source: PAP