Polish government and Ukrainian President will meet in Warsaw on December 19 to discuss security, future peace in Ukraine and Poland’s economic interests.
Ukrainian President Visiting Poland
On 14 December, President Rafał Leśkiewicz announced that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will appear in Warsaw on 19 December. He is expected to meet Polish politicians and discuss security matters related to the war in Ukraine.
Unconfirmed media reports suggest the president may also appear in the Sejm. The parliamentary agenda indicates that, instead of votes, deputies will listen to a government report on the implementation of the law providing aid to Ukrainian citizens affected by the armed conflict.
Focus of Nawrocki–Zelenski Conversation
Marcin Przydacz, head of International Policy at the Presidential Office, revealed details of the planned conversation while in Washington during a G20 meeting.
President Karol Nawrocki will discuss security, in particular Russian aggression, as well as negotiations over a future ceasefire or lasting peace in Ukraine.
He will also address bilateral issues, historical problems, and economic cooperation, stressing that Poland must protect its economic, agrarian, and business interests while preparing joint reconstruction projects with Ukraine.
Zelenski on Polish Visit
Ukrainian media have highlighted the president’s planned Friday visit; he repeatedly stresses the importance of maintaining relations with Poland.
During a Polish Radio interview on 14 December, Zelensky confirmed that Warsaw had proposed Friday and that he is eager to preserve ties, noting that Poland is a strategic partner crucial for Ukraine.
Experts also indicated that Zelensky may discuss the situation of Ukrainians in Poland, who, despite paying taxes, have faced increasing xenophobic attacks.
