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In tandem with Poland's efforts, neighboring Baltic states—Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia—have announced a united Baltic Defense Line that will integrate with Poland’s East Shield. The intention is clear: to create a cohesive defense strategy to thwart any Russian aggression.

Defense Spending and Military Cooperation

Poland’s defense budget currently stands at an impressive 4% of its GDP, which is the highest in Europe. This financial allocation reflects Poland's unwavering support for Ukraine amidst ongoing regional tensions. The Polish government is pushing the EU to collective spending on defense, advocating for increased military budgets, joint procurement of military equipment, and tackling critical capability gaps in the defense landscape.