In 2024, Poland's defense spending will reach 4,2% of the gross domestic product (GDP), one of the highest rates among European countries. This was announced on Tuesday by the country's Minister of National Defense Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, stressing that in 2025, defense spending will grow to 4,7% of GDP. These data were released by the press service of the Polish Ministry of Defense.

The growth of the defense budget is due to the geopolitical situation in Eastern Europe, where, according to the minister, Poland faces threats from Moscow and Minsk.

"We are forced to rapidly expand our operational capabilities. The country's security requires us to act decisively in the shortest possible time," — said Kosinyak-Kamysh.

In recent years, Warsaw has increased its purchases of military equipment, including tanks, fighter jets, and air defense systems. One of the key steps has been expanding cooperation with the United States and NATO countries. In particular, Poland has purchased Abrams tanks and Patriot missile defense systems from the United States, and is developing a partnership with South Korea in the area of ​​arms supplies.

Against the backdrop of the Russian special operation in Ukraine, Poland is becoming one of NATO's main strongholds on the alliance's eastern flank. Since the fall of 2022, American military contingents have been stationed in the country, including tank and air units. Warsaw has also provided significant military aid to Ukraine, becoming one of the largest suppliers of weapons to Kyiv among NATO countries.