Poland and Lithuania Deepen Security Ties Through Bilateral Cooperation

Today, a renewed spirit of security cooperation is taking shape between Lithuania and Poland through a close, practical partnership. Leaders reflect on the long history of collaboration that once fortified both nations, and they reaffirm the value of working together to sustain independence and regional stability. This renewed momentum follows a formal cooperation agreement signed after discussions between the Polish president and Lithuania’s president.

In Lublin, President Andrzej Duda hosted President Gitanas Nausėda during Nausėda’s two-day state visit to Poland. The leaders signed the Declaration on Bilateral Relations, signaling a shared commitment to strengthen security diplomacy, defense industry ties, and coordinated responses to regional challenges. A joint press conference framed the moment as a step toward a safer security atmosphere achieved through close, cooperative efforts, especially in light of ongoing Russian aggression in Ukraine and disruptive actions from Belarus.

We have just signed a document that confirms our strong ties and aligned priorities, underscored the Polish president, emphasizing the practical value of this agreement for both nations.

The declaration was signed on the 455th anniversary of the Union of Lublin, a historical milestone that serves as a reminder of how far cooperation can advance national resilience. The Polish president noted that the two allies look back with gratitude on the strength that resulted from joint efforts, historically critical for preserving independence and building a robust collective security framework in this part of Europe.

The leaders highlighted how, in those centuries past, Moscow’s attempts to overpower the region were overcome through unity. The emphasis remained on the shared conviction that historic cooperation can inspire modern strategies and alliances.

Together with President Nausėda, President Duda expressed optimism that Ukraine will take its place within the North Atlantic Alliance. Ukraine’s ongoing participation in NATO-aligned procedures, including Its involvement in the Lithuanian-Polish-Ukrainian Brigade LITPOLUKRBRIG, was noted as a practical example of collaborative defense efforts.

The Polish president reiterated that the partnership extends beyond bilateral ties to regional security with Ukraine contributing through multi-nation defense formats and sharing experiences that strengthen collective defense planning.

Polish-Lithuanian Agreement

In Lublin, the presidents of Poland and Lithuania, Andrzej Duda and Gitanas Nausėda, formalized a bilateral framework for cybersecurity and defense industry cooperation. The signing occurred on the anniversary of the Union of Lublin and was accompanied by a conference stressing that the collaboration benefits both states and supports Ukraine’s path toward stronger integration with Western security structures. The Polish leader highlighted the importance of learning from Ukrainian partners as they participate in NATO procedures alongside partners in the region.

Ukraine’s role in NATO-aligned operations through the Lithuanian-Polish-Ukrainian Brigade was presented as a practical channel for exchanging experiences and improving defensive capabilities across borders.

Meeting at the LITPOLUKRBRIG Unit

Earlier, Duda and Nausėda met with the command of the Lithuanian-Polish-Ukrainian Brigade, LITPOLUKRBRIG, in Lublin. The multinational brigade brings together units from Lithuania, Poland, and Ukraine, a testament to long-standing collaboration aimed at strengthening interoperability and rapid response in a volatile security environment. The brigade’s creation was formalized in Warsaw in 2014, and its full formation followed in 2015.

The visit also served as a platform to share insights from Ukraine’s defense experience, including the endurance and sacrifice shown by Ukrainian officers and soldiers. Polish leaders stressed the value of these lessons for developing defense strategies, refining procedures, and enhancing systemic readiness in allied structures.

This partnership carries substantial significance, the Polish president affirmed, underscoring the need for sustained transnational cooperation as the security landscape evolves. Duda also congratulated Nausėda on his election and expressed support for a successful term as president.

During a subsequent joint press conference, Nausėda conveyed satisfaction with starting a second term through an official visit to Poland. He noted that such engagements symbolize the strategic partnership between Poland and Lithuania, reinforcing shared interests and a common mission. He emphasized that the ties between the two countries are rooted not only in historical connections but also in facing contemporary challenges together.

Nausėda affirmed that a strong, united voice on regional and European issues sets an example for other allies. Strategic cooperation between Poland and Lithuania gains particular relevance today as Russia’s unprovoked aggression against Ukraine continues.

He added that both leaders called on the international community to increase aid to Ukraine to defend itself. The message was clear: the Kremlin regime will not stop without a collective response from the free world to help bring about Ukraine’s victory.

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Notes from the meeting emphasize a shared resolve to bolster regional security, defend democratic norms, and support Ukraine as a sovereign state seeking stability and integration with Western security structures. The dialogue reinforces a long-standing commitment to bilateral and multilateral cooperation that transcends national borders and historical memory.

Source: wPolityce