On a Wednesday, President Andrzej Duda welcomed King Frederick X of Denmark during a three day state visit to Poland. It marks the Danish monarch’s first trip abroad since ascending the throne. The visit was described as a high‑profile signal by Mieszko Pawlak, head of the Presidential Office for International Policy, highlighting Poland’s open stance on international engagement. The discussions focused on safety, energy, and climate issues as core pillars of the visit.
Poland underscored the central role of Polish‑Danish cooperation in securing the country’s energy future, citing wind power and the Baltic Pipe gas pipeline as pivotal elements of regional energy resilience.
Polish‑Danish Economic Cooperation
The visit is expected to have a strong economic orientation. Security, energy, climate, food, and agriculture are set to be key topics. The king’s itinerary is framed as a major business mission, aimed at deepening ties between public institutions and the private sector.
Officials indicated that energy efficiency agreements would be signed during the visit, along with a collaboration between the Warsaw Metro and EIFO, a Danish investment fund.
Visit of Frederick X to Poland
Following discussions with President Duda, Frederick X is scheduled to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. He will participate in a forum on climate‑friendly agricultural production and biogas development as part of the program.
As outlined in the visit program, the King of Denmark will meet with Warsaw’s Vice President Michał Olszewski, participate in a debate on decarbonization, and visit the Warsaw University of Life Sciences.
On the following day, the monarch will tour the Vestas Offshore turbine factory in Szczecin and meet with regional leaders including the West Pomeranian Voivode, the West Pomeranian Voivodeship Marshal, and the president of Szczecin. The program also includes a visit to the NATO Northeast Multinational Corps.
The King of Denmark at the Polish Historical Museum
During the visit, Frederick X toured the Polish Historical Museum in the Warsaw Citadel and took part in the opening of the Business Forum. The museum’s leadership described the royal visit as a rare honor that underscores the institution’s significance in Polish culture and history.
Robert Kostro, director of the museum, emphasized the prestige of hosting the Danish king and the mutual value of sustained cultural ties between the two nations.
Frederick X on Poland‑Denmark Cooperation
Speaking at the Business Forum, the Danish king commented on the long heritage of diplomatic, cultural, and economic cooperation between the two countries. He noted that since his last visit in 2019, the global landscape has shifted dramatically, with Russia’s aggression in Ukraine and regional crises adding urgency to collaborative efforts.
Both nations are positioned as increasingly close partners, with the king stressing the importance of climate action and energy transition. He described energy opportunities and new technologies as drivers for a sustainable future and highlighted the aim to accelerate the adoption of renewable energy and responsible production practices.
The Danish leader framed the visit as an opportunity to expand cooperation in business and governance, particularly in decarbonization and green energy. He pointed to agriculture as a shared field of development, noting bilateral activity in biomass, energy diversification, and new technological solutions.
Poland and Denmark have maintained steady collaboration in these areas for years. The king expressed a desire to deepen cooperation in the coming days, especially in formulating a decarbonization strategy that benefits both economies. He emphasized that partnership between neighboring nations is particularly vital in times of global upheaval.
Earlier in January, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced the succession of Frederick X to the throne at Christiansborg Castle in Copenhagen, following the abdication of Queen Margrethe II. The ceremonial aspects of the transfer were noted as a significant moment for both countries.
In closing remarks, observers highlighted the broader implications of the visit for bilateral relations, energy security, and collaborative climate initiatives. The visit was framed as a catalyst for renewed momentum in science, industry, and cultural exchange, reinforcing the long‑standing friendship between Poland and Denmark.