The two officials announced plans to sign a new security and defense cooperation agreement between their countries in the near future.
Kosiniak-Kamysz highlighted Norway’s contribution to NATO’s eastern flank, noting that Norwegian F-35 fighter jets have been patrolling Polish airspace as part of a NATO air policing mission, while Norwegian missile defense systems are stationed at Jasionka Airport near Rzeszów. He also expressed gratitude to both Polish and Norwegian troops for their dedication to NATO’s security.
The Norwegian Air Force contingent deployed at Krzesiny operates F-35 fighter jets as part of NATO’s Integrated Air & Missile Defense (IAMD) mission, aimed at strengthening the alliance’s eastern defenses and enhancing interoperability with Polish F-16 pilots.
The defense ministers also agreed on a joint action plan for the year, with a key focus on finalizing the new security agreement to replace the current 30-year-old framework, which no longer fully addresses modern threats.
This marks Sandvik’s first visit to Poland since taking office on February 4. He emphasized Poland’s crucial role in supporting Ukraine and European defense, reaffirming Norway’s commitment to deepening bilateral military cooperation.
Source: IAR/PAP/X/@Forsvarsdep/@MON_GOV_PL
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