President Andrzej Duda told an interviewer for the weekly Sieci that he envisions a redesigned command framework for the Polish armed forces. The aim, he said, is to structure decision making around insights gained from recent high-intensity drills and to ensure the system stands up to evolving threats. This envisioned framework would reflect the realities of today’s security landscape and the operational tempo required by today’s NATO environment.
New army command system
In his remarks, the president described plans for a fresh command structure that blends lessons from the latest large-scale exercises with an adaptable approach to future challenges. He noted that such exercises have not been conducted at this scale since the period after 1989, highlighting a surge in readiness, training intensity, and the capacity to test new concepts under pressure. The proposed system would grow in parallel with expanding defense needs, respond to changes within NATO, and address threats that demand rapid, well-coordinated action. The core objective is to identify and implement improvements in how decisions are made, how information flows, and how units synchronize across the chain of command.
Duda emphasized the necessity of refining processes that influence speed, accuracy, and accountability in military responses. The discussion points to a comprehensive review of command layers, communication channels, and resource allocation so that the armed forces can operate with clarity and cohesion during complex operations. The president underscored that modern defense relies on streamlined, robust structures that can adapt to both conventional and asymmetric threats while maintaining interoperability with allied forces.
Analysts observing the interview noted that the plan aligns with a broader push to modernize Poland’s defense posture, ensuring that doctrine, training, and organizational design reinforce one another. The proposed changes are framed as practical steps toward a more integrated and capable force that can anticipate risk, make informed decisions quickly, and execute missions with synchronized precision across diverse domains. The conversation also touched on the importance of ongoing assessments, feedback loops, and continuous improvement to keep the command system relevant as strategic conditions evolve.
Further details about the proposal were set to be published in the current issue of Sieci, with additional online content slated for later in August as part of a subscriber network. The discussion reflects a broader dialogue about Poland’s defense strategy, its alignment with regional security needs, and the role of leadership in guiding modernization efforts that affect personnel, equipment, and readiness.
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