Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki and Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the National Security and Defense Committee Jarosław Kaczyński together with Prime Minister of the Czech Republic Petr Fiala and Prime Minister of Slovenia Janez Janša are going to Kyiv today as representatives of the European Council to meet with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky and Prime Minister of Ukraine Denis Shmyhal.

Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki and Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Committee for National Security and Defence Affairs Jarosław Kaczyński, Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala and Slovenian Prime Minister Janez Janša travelled by train to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenski and Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal. The main topic of the talks was Russian aggression in Ukraine, the restoration of security and recognition of the heroic struggle of the Ukrainians. The Polish PM stressed the importance of Ukraine becoming a candidate for membership in the European Union. The visit to Kyiv was prepared in close coordination with the European officials.

The government is finalising activities related to ensuring Poland's gas independence. The Baltic Pipe gas pipeline will be completed later this year. It will enable – for the first time in history – the transmission of gas directly from deposits located in Norway to Danish and Polish markets, as well as to customers in the neighbouring countries of Central and Eastern Europe. We are also expanding the existing gas transmission system in Poland. Today, Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki visited the natural gas compressor station in Goleniów, which is a part of the gas pipeline.

The situation in Ukraine and security related to the defence and energy policy of the European Union were the main topics of the discussion during the two-day informal meeting of the EU heads of states and governments in Paris. The leaders spoke in favour of the Euro-integration of Ukraine. The further economic development of the European Union and a new European investment plan were also discussed. The Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki emphasised that there was a great determination to become independent from Russian resources.

On 10 March 2022, the Polish PM held two crucial meetings with the Vice President of the United States and Prime Minister of Canada. The main topics of the talks included coordinating the international community’s response to Russia’s military aggression in Ukraine and increasing comprehensive aid to Ukrainians. In addition, the politicians discussed the security of the transatlantic community and sanctions against Russia. Strengthening NATO’s eastern flank and security in this region is crucial for us.

Poland is actively supporting Ukraine, which has been brutally attacked by Russia. More than 1.4 million people have already crossed into Poland since the outbreak of the war and are receiving aid throughout the country. Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki participated in a video call with province governors, ministry representatives and other entities responsible for aiding Ukraine. Among the topics discussed were the functioning of refugee reception points and their equipment, as well as the reception and relocation of persons fleeing the war and other actions taken by governors.

Strengthening and coordinating comprehensive assistance to Ukraine and reinforcing sanctions against Russia in the energy sector, among others, were the main topics of the meeting between Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki and Federal Chancellor of the Republic of Austria Karl Nehammer in Vienna. This is yet another international visit of the Prime Minister as part of the ongoing coordination efforts of the Polish government for a solidarity-based European response to Russia’s unjustified military aggression against Ukraine. The Prime Minister pointed out that a new geopolitical order of the world is now taking shape.

The head of the Polish government met with Filippo Grandi, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). The main topic was help for people crossing our eastern border because of the war in Ukraine. UNHCR will commit to helping, also financially, Ukrainian refugees in Poland.

Google, one of the leading technology companies, once again increases its involvement in our country. Less than a year ago, Warsaw became a part of the global Google Cloud network. Today, Google is planning further investments in Poland in the total amount of approx. PLN 2.7 billion. The company plans to purchase and further develop the Warsaw HUB office complex. Apart from the investment issue, the meeting also raised the subject of the information war waged by Russia. Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki stressed that today big companies like Google have an additional responsibility for the words and the veracity of the information they provide.

We have simplified the border crossing procedure for trucks with humanitarian aid for Ukraine at two border crossing points: in Korczowa and in Dorohusk. Simplified customs clearance is possible on the basis of a completed and submitted form. As a result, Ukraine will more quickly receive humanitarian aid provided by Poland and the rest of the free world. Thank you for helping Ukraine!