Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski's address in the Sejm dominated public debate, becoming the flashpoint for a sharp political dispute. The head of diplomacy outlined a vision of Poland as an active player within Western structures, which met with fierce criticism from the opposition. The main point of contention remains the SAFE program and the growing tension between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Presidential Palace ahead of the upcoming presidential elections.

Security and the SAFE Program

Tension surrounding the president's signature on a key defense bill remains unresolved despite media speculation about a compromise.

Criticism of the Alliance with the USA

The formulation about avoiding the role of a "sucker" sparked a debate about the quality and assertiveness of Polish relations with Washington.

Roblox Experiment

The use of a gaming platform for political purposes is interpreted as an element of Sikorski's pre-presidential campaign.

The annual address by the foreign minister in the Sejm, traditionally dedicated to the priorities of Polish diplomacy, turned into a field of intense ideological confrontation in 2026. Radosław Sikorski, sketching a picture of contemporary threats, stated that the outcome of Russian aggression against Ukraine would be the foundation of a new world order. The minister did not shy away from drastic comparisons, suggesting that a potential large-scale conflict could bring destruction comparable to that experienced by the generations of our grandparents. A key element of the speech was the defense of strong European integration as the only effective bulwark against Kremlin imperialism. This rhetoric was met with an immediate response from Law and Justice politicians. Jarosław Kaczyński and Mateusz Morawiecki accused Donald Tusk's government of implementing projects harmful to state sovereignty. Morawiecki called for greater assertiveness, arguing that Poland should "push its weight around" within EU structures. Controversy was also sparked by formulations concerning relations with Washington. The minister's words that Poland cannot be a "sucker" towards the USA, although intended to emphasize the partnership nature of the alliance, were interpreted by the opposition as an attack on the country's strategic security. Jacek Czaputowicz, a former head of the MFA, assessed that the current team exhibits complexes towards America, which paradoxically weakens Poland's negotiating position. Additionally, Minister Sikorski surprised with an unusual form of communication, presenting fragments of his proposals on the digital platform Roblox. Some commentators interpreted this move as an informal start to the presidential campaign, aimed at rejuvenating the image of the Civic Coalition candidate. Relations between the government and the president in Poland are based on constitutional cooperation in the field of foreign policy, which under conditions of cohabitation often leads to disputes over competences and the direction of diplomacy.Parallel to the parliamentary debate, a sharp dispute continues over the SAFE program. Although there has been speculation about a possible "thaw" and the signing of the bill by President Karol Nawrocki, political reality indicates a deep distance between the centers of power. Sikorski openly criticized the head of state's hesitations, suggesting that the president yields to party instructions from PiS. Meanwhile, Karol Nawrocki continues his international activity, visiting Latvia where he met with authorities in Riga. This activity is presented by the president's circle as the implementation of substantive Eastern policy, in contrast to the "bluster" that Krzysztof Bosak accuses the foreign minister of. „Será de la escala que vieron nuestros abuelos y bisabuelos” (It will be on the scale that our grandparents and great-grandparents saw) — Radosław Sikorski

Mentioned People

  • Radosław Sikorski — Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland, author of the exposé and potential presidential candidate.
  • Karol Nawrocki — President of Poland, on an official visit to Latvia, in a dispute with the government over the SAFE program.
  • Włodzimierz Czarzasty — Marshal of the Sejm, participant in stormy proceedings and a visit to the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine.
  • Mateusz Morawiecki — Former Prime Minister, opposition leader criticizing the government's foreign policy assumptions.