Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas stressed that Poland’s role within NATO’s collective defense remains essential, sharing her assessment after the Warsaw meeting with Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki.
Poland’s contribution to backing Ukraine’s pursuit of freedom has been widely acknowledged, with Kallas noting this publicly on her social media account.
She added that the challenge is not confined to Europe alone; Russian aggression, she argued, is not merely a regional issue but a threat to the very existence of states. This viewpoint guided her discussions in Warsaw.
During the visit, which marked her first trip abroad since Estonia formed a new government, Kallas held talks with Morawiecki in Warsaw on Tuesday. She also planned to participate in a forum at the College of Europe in Natolin as part of her diplomatic itinerary.
Estonia’s gratitude
The Polish-Estonian prime ministerial exchange covered regional security, preparations for the July NATO summit in Vilnius, and expanding bilateral cooperation within the defense sector.
Kallas underscored the need to prevent Russia from reestablishing a sphere of influence where power dictates the terms. She argued that NATO forces must remain capable and ready to respond to any challenge.
Polish aircraft contributions to airspace defense and the participation of Polish troops in joint military exercises were highlighted as tangible gains for regional security. As a landmark achievement, both nations moved forward with the acquisition of portable anti-aircraft missile systems to bolster defense cooperation.
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— Estonian Prime Minister Kallas’s Warsaw visit follows recent high‑level meetings with Ukraine, reinforcing the sentiment that the friendship between Poland and Estonia has grown stronger and more cooperative.
— Morawiecki: Poland and Estonia cannot afford neutrality. Kallas: The right to exist is at stake.
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Note: This summary reflects the formal discussions and mutual commitments announced during the visit.