The prime minister stressed a strategic goal: to turn Poland into an energy hub for Central Europe, with a special emphasis on gas. In his view, this would secure energy supplies for the region and elevate Poland’s political standing within Europe.
He spoke during a meeting in Warsaw that brought together Polish and Ukrainian government representatives and leaders from the energy sector.
Government plans
Poland aims to become a central energy conduit, especially for gas, servicing Central Europe, he stated during the address.
There was a mention of earlier German ambitions tied to Russian gas and how those plans fell apart, described as a collapse of a fragile arrangement.
The prime minister underscored that Poland’s strategy rests on existing interconnectors, gas pipelines, and the planned development of modern nuclear power in the future.
According to the head of government, pursuing this plan could position Poland as an energy security provider for the entire region, strengthening its influence and expanding its options for action.
Strategic investments
As Morawiecki stated, work has begun on the floating LNG terminal and the expansion of Naftoport in Gdańsk. In the coming years, this infrastructure is expected to serve Polish consumers and also partners from Ukraine, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and, according to one of the presidents present at the morning briefing, possibly Hungary as well.
Morawiecki highlighted the ongoing expansion of the national oil and gas transport network and the planned joint effort with the Czech Republic to enlarge and construct the Stork II gas link. Additional cross-border energy bridges with neighboring countries are also in the agenda.
Regional cooperation
Speaking at the conference titled “E23: PL for UA – Polish-Ukrainian Partnership in Building the Energy Security of the Future,” the prime minister noted that freeing Poland from Russia’s energy coercion helps the region advance toward energy independence.
He observed that the entire area could move toward an energy order less dependent on external pressure, with Poland actively contributing to shaping this new European framework.
Morawiecki added that energy collaboration with Ukraine and neighboring nations is a core element of Poland’s mission; it also opens doors to joint exploration projects.
There have already been invitations to participate in mining and exploration ventures in Ukraine. Peace there is essential, but such projects remain a possibility. The discussions span various topics, including gas exploration in western Ukraine.
Another invitation involves participation in a range of distinct projects, including the modernization of the Rzeszów-Chmielnicka nuclear power link. This collaboration could bolster the energy security of both Poland and Ukraine, he noted.
Talks with Ukrainian counterparts also considered connecting the Rivne nuclear power plant with Chełm. If Rivne produces a surplus, Poland could leverage green energy more swiftly to meet stringent EU climate requirements.
In closing remarks, the speaker pointed to ongoing cooperation in mining and exploration in Ukraine, the expansion of cross-border energy corridors, and the shared aim of strengthening regional energy resilience.
Source: wPolityce