The fact that the Czech ammunition initiative has already secured firm promises of support, bolstered by financial contributions, and that transports are currently being organized, signifies our profound sense of responsibility towards assisting Ukraine, Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski stated on Friday in Chorzów, southern Poland, while supporting his political party colleagues get a leg up in the upcoming local elections.
Sikorski recalled his earlier meeting with Industry Minister Marzena Czarnecka, during which the officials discussed Poland’s potential for expanding ammunition production within the Śląskie province, including 155 mm munitions.
He pointed out his discussions about the Śląskie province, and how it could benefit from military production, especially the crucial 155 mm ammunition. The FM expressed hope for collaborative efforts involving various ministries and local authorities to undertake this vital and urgent task.
When asked about the threat posed by Russia, Sikorski referred to media reports of Russian missile strikes on Lviv, implying the clear danger such actions represent for Poland.
Czech-led ammunition initiative
During a visit to Riga on Wednesday, Sikorski announced Poland’s decision to double its contribution to the Czech-led initiative aimed at purchasing ammunition for Ukraine.
However, when asked about the specifics of Poland’s involvement in Chorzów, Sikorski maintained that details remain classified, underscoring the initiative’s importance in providing Ukraine with necessary ammunition from various sources.
The initiative, which aims to acquire at least 800,000 pieces of artillery ammunition outside the EU, remains shrouded in secrecy, with contributing countries known but suppliers remaining undisclosed.
Sikorski’s comments highlighted the initiative’s success in securing strong support, which is essential for Ukraine's fight against Russia.
He pointed out his discussions about the Śląskie province, and how it could benefit from military production, especially the crucial 155 mm ammunition. The FM expressed hope for collaborative efforts involving various ministries and local authorities to undertake this vital and urgent task.
When asked about the threat posed by Russia, Sikorski referred to media reports of Russian missile strikes on Lviv, implying the clear danger such actions represent for Poland.
Czech-led ammunition initiative
During a visit to Riga on Wednesday, Sikorski announced Poland’s decision to double its contribution to the Czech-led initiative aimed at purchasing ammunition for Ukraine.
However, when asked about the specifics of Poland’s involvement in Chorzów, Sikorski maintained that details remain classified, underscoring the initiative’s importance in providing Ukraine with necessary ammunition from various sources.
The initiative, which aims to acquire at least 800,000 pieces of artillery ammunition outside the EU, remains shrouded in secrecy, with contributing countries known but suppliers remaining undisclosed.
Sikorski’s comments highlighted the initiative’s success in securing strong support, which is essential for Ukraine's fight against Russia.
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