Poland’s head of diplomacy, Radoslaw Sikorski gave his annual éxposé in parliament today, saying that Poland is achieving successes on the international scene and is working hard to establish a significant position on the international arena.
Sikorski underlined that Poland is the 20th largest economy in the world and 6th within the EU. Trade exchange is increasing as are Polish foreign investments, the foreign minister exclaimed, adding that in 2010, for the first time Poland was placed among the world’s 17 richest states.
Poland’s head of diplomacy also pointed to successful anti crisis operations and added that last year was a very good year in terms of promotion, with Chopin year celebrated the world over and the success of the Polish pavilion at the Shanghai World Expo.
In his éxposé, Minister Sikorski underlined the importance of national unity and called the opposition to weigh their words in opinionating the actions of the government.
“All those who consider that criticising a democratically elected government of servility towards other nations and of treason is their patriotic duty, I ask them come to their senses,” Sikorski declared.
Radoslaw Sikorski pointed out that Poland is fighting for a position on the international arena, and has to take into account all possibilities that will serve its interests. He underlined that realism and calculation act in favour of achieving good results for Poland.
Sikorski underlined that instead of continuously being on the defensive against Russia, a strong economic potential should be created, as well as an alliance which would act for both countries’ benefit.
The Foreign Minister reminded the Lower House of all his predecessors who contributed to Poland’s entry into NATO structures and the European Union, which allowed Poland to regain the power to determine her own foreign policy.
Following the éxposé, which was also attended by the Polish head of state, the House opened a debate on the information.
The opposition Law and Justice described Polish foreign policy as relying on the will of stronger partners. During a very critical comment on the information Law and Justice deputy Zbigniew Girzynski said that minister Sikorski is more keen on the interests of Germany and Russia.
“I ask the foreign minister to act a a representative of Poland and concentrate on issues vital to Poland, and not act as though he aspired to posts in international companies. What is it that you expect , a place in the managing board of Nordstream?,” Girzynski pronounced.
Zbigniew Girzynski forwarded a motion to reject the foreign minister’s information. During his speech Radoslaw Sikorski left the House. (ab/jb)
Source: IAR/PAP