Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said he had discussed with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy the issue of Ukraine joining the EU.
According to Tusk, the Ukrainian leader assured him that Ukraine is ready to pursue European integration in a way that does not undermine Poland’s interests.
“It left a positive impression on me — President Zelenskyy stressed that it is extremely important for Ukraine that this process does not affect any Polish interests, especially in areas such as agriculture or transport. Ukraine is ready for a serious discussion on how to integrate into the European Union in a way that will not harm Polish interests,” the Polish prime minister said.
In addition, the head of the Polish government emphasised that Poland and Europe will not allow anyone to set new security rules in the region behind their backs. He added that a new security architecture will not be built solely at the behest of the President of Russia or certain representatives of the United States, and noted the united and firm position of European countries on this issue.
- Poland has repeatedly blocked the border with Ukraine in order to prevent agricultural exports from reaching the European market.
- After their country joined the EU, Polish farmers gained access to subsidies and new markets. They therefore see Ukraine as a threat to their stable operations and incomes.