Pakistan and Poland have taken a decisive step toward deepening their bilateral relationship, with both nations agreeing to expand cooperation in trade, defence, and technology. The agreement, reached during a meeting between Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski in Islamabad, underscores a shared commitment to fostering long-term strategic and economic ties.
At a joint press stakeout, both ministers expressed optimism about the growing partnership, highlighting the potential for growth in trade, investment, and defence collaboration. Dar noted that while bilateral trade currently exceeds $1 billion, there remains significant untapped potential for expansion. He specifically cited Poland’s expertise in the oil and gas sector, where a major Polish firm has already invested nearly $500 million in Pakistan.
To formalise future engagements, the two countries signed two key Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs). The first, between their foreign ministries, establishes regular bilateral consultations, while the second, between the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) and the Polish Institute of International Affairs (PISM), aims to strengthen think-tank cooperation and policy research.
Dar reflected on the deep historical ties between Pakistan and Poland, dating back to World War II, and paid tribute to Polish pilots and engineers—particularly Air Commodore Wladyslaw Turowicz—for their contributions to the Pakistan Air Force. He also praised Poland’s economic progress and thanked Warsaw for supporting Pakistan’s election to the UN Security Council.
Looking ahead, Dar urged Poland to continue backing Pakistan’s GSP Plus status renewal in the European Union, describing it as mutually beneficial. He reiterated Pakistan’s stance on Jammu and Kashmir, calling for a resolution in line with UN Security Council resolutions, and expressed concerns over cross-border militancy from Afghanistan. He also reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to multilateralism and the UN Charter.
Polish Foreign Minister Sikorski emphasised Poland’s interest in deepening engagement with Pakistan, particularly in trade, energy, fintech, mining, and public finance. He praised the Pakistani community in Poland for fostering ties between the two nations and reaffirmed Warsaw’s commitment to safe and legal migration pathways. Sikorski also reiterated Poland’s support for Ukraine’s sovereignty amid the Russian invasion and endorsed a two-state solution for Palestine and Israel, asserting that both peoples deserve peace and dignity.
This agreement sets the stage for a long-term, comprehensive partnership between Pakistan and Poland, one built on mutual trust, strategic cooperation, and shared economic growth. As both nations navigate an evolving geopolitical landscape, this collaboration could serve as a model for deeper defence and technological exchanges in the years ahead.