Tusk: Poland's Army Will Be The Largest In Europe
- 16.08.2026, 7:30
It will determine the security of the entire region.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced his intention to continue increasing troop levels and modernizing the country’s armed forces. According to him, a strong army should become one of the key elements of security not only for Poland but for the entire region.
The head of the Polish government made this statement on August 15 during events marking Polish Armed Forces Day in Gdynia, according to WP Wiadomości.
Tusk identified four key components of national security: reliable border protection, strong international alliances, modern armed forces, and a stable economy.
According to the prime minister, Poland is building an army that, thanks to its size and state-of-the-art weaponry, will have a significant impact on the security of Eastern Europe. He emphasized that defense spending is an investment in the country’s security.
Tusk also noted that economic growth allows the country to implement large-scale defense programs and maintain a high level of funding for the military.
Separately, the Polish prime minister highlighted the importance of cooperation with allies. Among the priorities, he cited the development of the Eastern Shield project, partnerships with the Baltic and Northern European countries, and the preservation of NATO’s unity.
“Our military will soon become the largest in Europe. We are building a force that, thanks to its modernity and size, will shape the region’s future,” Tusk emphasized.
He also stressed that supporting Ukraine in its war against Russia is directly linked to Poland’s security. According to the prime minister, strengthening defense capabilities should deter a potential aggressor and prevent the recurrence of war.
On August 15, Polish Armed Forces Day, Poland held a large-scale military parade, which was the largest in the country’s history. During the event, Warsaw demonstrated its capabilities on land, at sea, and in the air against the backdrop of growing threats from Russia.