Three months after taking office, Polish President Karol Nawrocki has yet to meet Ukraine’s leader, raising questions about diplomatic norms and future cooperation.
Polish President Has Not Met Zelenski Yet
Three months since his inauguration, President Karol Nawrocki has made no formal visit to Kiev and has only spoken with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenski by phone. Sources from the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs indicate that despite clear Ukrainian signals, a meeting has not yet taken place. Media reports quote Przydacz, head of the International Relations Office, noting the lack of official diplomatic contact.
No Fixed Rules Governing Visits
Przydacz emphasizes that diplomatic practice does not mandate that a newer president must visit an older one. Citing examples of leaders from Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and Denmark visiting Poland after assuming office, he argues that such trips are optional and should be driven by the parties’ intentions.
He adds that while visits can strengthen relations, they should serve concrete purposes beyond mere ceremonial appearances.
Content of Polish‑Ukrainian Dialogue Matters
Przydacz notes that future interactions will hinge on “historical” and “economic” discussions. He said that the course of the Polish‑Ukrainian dialogue will depend on the specific issues tackled and that Poland plans to map out action items for the coming period.
He also references a pre‑presidential bill penalizing “propaganda of banderism,” stating that other instruments have failed in this domain.
Poland’s Expanded Support for Ukraine
On security and military assistance, Przydacz claims that Poland has provided more aid than the majority of European states over the past three years. He insists that Poland has fully supported Ukraine and that any criticism is unwarranted.
