Tusk gathering with Macron. 3 pillars of common security

Tusk and Macron. Press conference

A joint press conference was held before the appropriate discussions, during which the Prime Minister expressed his desire to find common solutions for food safety with French partners. He stressed that despite his clear pro-Ukrainian attitude and support of Polish society for Ukraine, it is besides essential to take into account the interests of food safety of Poland and Europe.

In his speech, the Prime Minister called for a clear signal to be sent to Europe and the Western planet for full solidarity even in the most hard situations. He besides emphasized the importance of the "revitalization" of the Weimar Triangle, i.e. cooperation between Poland, France and Germany. He pointed out that both countries must take a large work for Europe's safety and future.

Tusk besides expressed interest in talking to president Macron about the safety of farmers both in Poland and in France, as this has a direct impact on the safety of both countries. Moreover, the Prime Minister pointed out that energy and the anticipation of joint projects would besides be discussed.

During a joint conference with French president Emmanuel Macron, Prime Minister Donald Tusk stressed 3 main pillars of common security: energy, food and defence.

Pillar One: Energy

Tusk, while in the capital of France, recalled the words of the celebrated quote from Alexandre Dumas: “One for all, all for one”. He expressed his conviction that these words are the foundation of the thought of solidarity, which is simply a key value for modern Europe and contemporary Poland. He stressed the request to take applicable and decisive action for the European community, including Poland and France, especially in the context of modern threats.

Macron, in turn, said that cooperation between Poland and France is an crucial driving force in the field of atomic energy. He stressed that both countries are leaders in the construction of atomic power plants in Europe and that it is essential to work together to strengthen energy safety and accomplish the zero carbon footprint mark by 2050.

In addition, the French president has expressed his intention to discuss with Tusk the strategical directions to be given to the European Union. He stated that many topics lie at the heart of bilateral relations, and Poland, preparing for the Presidency of the Council of the European Union in 2025, will work on these issues, with the support of France.

Pillar Two: Food

The issue of food was mainly about Ukraine.

Donald Tusk promised that together with France he would search common solutions in the field of food security.

It is hard to find a more pro-Ukrainian policy in Europe than I and a more pro-Ukrainian nation than Polish, but we must besides keep in head the interests of food safety of Poland and Europe – said the Prime Minister.

Pillar Three: Defence

Tusk expressed his gratitude to France for its initiatives to increase defence by investing in the defence manufacture and for its commitment to Ukraine. He stressed that Europe should be a safety and defence power that complements NATO.

During a joint conference with Tuski, Macron announced that France and Poland were preparing for a fresh phase in their relations and the preparation of a fresh bilateral treaty, replacing the current 1 from 1991. He pointed out that the issue of safety and defence in Europe is closely linked to the situation in Ukraine, and both countries have an crucial function to play in this context.

Macron stressed the importance of operational cooperation between the armies of Poland and France within NATO and the EU, and of Europe's efforts to supply strategical equipment for Ukraine. He pointed out that the EU advanced typical for abroad Affairs and safety Policy was working on proposals in this direction, which would increase the production of arms in Europe.