Before leaving for Azerbaijan to attend the COP29 climate summit, President Andrzej Duda spoke at a press conference about a recent phone call with President Donald Trump. He explained that the call carried warm Independence Day greetings from the newly elected U.S. president and highlighted the strong friendship between Poland and the United States. Duda emphasized that Trump had threaded his message with appreciation for the Polish community abroad, noting strong support among Poles in the United States and promising to keep Poland in his thoughts in a positive light.
Trump also asked to pass along thanks to Poles for their backing, especially to Polish Americans who participated in the elections. The president indicated that Trump believed the Polish community gave him broad support and that this gratitude would be remembered with goodwill toward Poland. Duda conveyed that the two leaders value the ties between their nations and recognize the role of the Polish diaspora in the United States.
In that conversation, it was agreed that a meeting would take place before Trump’s inauguration, which is scheduled for January. The head of state stated that the dialogue would cover security matters and economic cooperation, with consideration given to the situation in Ukraine. He underscored that the relationship would be further reinforced through a future bilateral engagement and aligned initiatives.
Additionally, Duda noted that both leaders planned to discuss a wide range of topics shaping Poland’s partnership with the United States, including regional security and joint interests in safeguarding European stability. The president also mentioned that the dialogue would explore Ukraine-related developments and what they mean for both countries, as well as broader regional dynamics.
The president also shared a message on social media to recap the discussion and its shared goals. He indicated that the call confirmed a warm exchange, acknowledged Trump’s respect for the Polish nation on Independence Day, and reaffirmed the intention to meet in the coming weeks to advance common priorities.
Climate summit
Duda spoke about COP29, saying that the discussion would center on climate protection and the practical steps needed for the future. He highlighted the importance of modern technologies and the potential role of hydrogen in environmental protection and the pursuit of green energy. The talks would also touch on the bilateral relationship with Azerbaijan, the summit’s host, with whom Poland maintains constructive relations.
He stressed that the summit would include a bilateral meeting with the host nation’s president, Azerbaijan, as part of the broader agenda. The aim is to strengthen collaboration on climate solutions and sustainable development while expanding people-to-people and business ties across the region.
The president thanks the participants of the Independence March
Duda expressed gratitude to all compatriots taking part in Independence Day ceremonies across the country. He commended those who gathered in Warsaw to demonstrate national pride, recognizing the unity and patriotism shown during the marches through the capital and beyond.
He extended thanks to everyone who participated in the nationwide celebrations and acknowledged the strong sense of national identity they reflected. The president’s remarks highlighted the importance of shared history and collective commitment to the country’s future, as people from coast to coast joined in commemorations today.
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