I am very happy with today’s talks with Minister Oana Ţoju, marking this special occasion. This is the third time we celebrate Polish–Romanian Solidarity Day.

- said Deputy Prime Minister Sikorski. 

The ministers discussed the situation in Iran and the Middle East. In this context, they called on all parties to exercise restraint, observe international law, and ensure the protection of civilians. They expressed their solidarity with the countries of the region afflicted by the escalation of hostilities while underlining that ensuring the protection of civilians remains the number one priority. Additionally, they reaffirmed their support for the measures taken by EU High Representative Kaja Kallas as well as emphasised the importance of the European Union’s unity in the face of global challenges. 

The meeting of foreign ministers testified to the strategic character of the Polish–Romanian partnership and highlighted both countries’ common interests related to security, economic growth, and cooperation within the EU and NATO.

The discussion led to defining specific measures aimed at further deepening the two countries’ collaboration. These include scheduling the 5th round of Polish–Romanian intergovernmental consultations to be conducted in Warsaw this year, launching the works on the new 2027–2031 Action Plan, and resuming the strategic dialogue with the participation of foreign and defence ministries. The participants also expressed their willingness to continue their cooperation within other regional fora.

In the context of regional security, special attention was paid to NATO’s eastern flank and the cooperation of the countries of the Bucharest Nine.

Let me remind you that, along with Romania, we started this format, and the fact that representatives of Nordic countries participate in its meetings only adds to the significance of our region’s voice.

Another important item on the agenda was the situation in Ukraine and the persistent threat from Russia. The ministers stressed the need to immediately adopt the 20th sanctions package to curb Russia’s ability to finance warfare. They reiterated the two countries’ continued multidimensional support for Kyiv and stressed Poland’s and Romania’s special role as the largest neighbours of Ukraine and key partners in the region.

The participants also discussed the situation in Moldova. Ministers Sikorski and Țoiu declared that close coordination of actions taken to enhance Moldova’s security and resilience will continue, including measures to support its democratic institutions and counter disinformation. 

 We want to further support Moldova through enhancing its security and resilience as well as work on institutional reforms and, obviously, the EU accession process.

- said Minister Radosław Sikorski.

The heads of diplomacy also talked about the current European agenda and vital global issues, including relations with China and India.

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Celebrated in 2026 for the third time, Polish–Romanian Solidarity Day was established in 2023. The day, 3 March, was chosen to commemorate the signing of a historic “Convention on Defensive Alliance between the Republic of Poland and the Kingdom of Romania” in 1921, supplemented by bilateral guarantee treaties signed in 1926 and 1931. Mutual security guarantees were primarily intended to counteract unprovoked aggression from the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics.

Solidarity Day is both a reminder of the enduring bond between the Polish and Romanian peoples and a strong indicator of the continued interest and desire of both countries to further strengthen and develop their lasting and comprehensive strategic partnership.