Poland’s FM Radosław Sikorski will travel to Zimbabwe from March 14 to 16, marking the first official visit by a Polish foreign minister. His visit is to represent the EU’s stance on Russia’s aggression against Ukraine and includes participation in the EU-SADC Ministerial Partnership Dialogue, along with bilateral meetings with southern African counterparts.
Radosław Sikorski, Poland’s Foreign Minister, will make a historic visit to Zimbabwe from March 14 to 16, marking the first time a Polish foreign minister has visited the country. His mission aims to represent the European Union’s (EU) stance on Russia’s aggression against Ukraine as Poland presides over the EU Council.
Sikorski is scheduled to participate in the EU-Southern African Development Community (SADC) Ministerial Partnership Dialogue. In addition to his keynote participation, he will hold bilateral meetings with counterparts from Angola, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
The discussions will focus primarily on Poland’s position regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, alongside strategies for enhancing cooperation between Poland and southern African nations. This initiative underscores Poland’s commitment to deepening diplomatic ties.
The EU has been actively seeking to strengthen its relations with African nations, particularly South Africa. Recent announcements include a significant investment package totaling $5.10 billion, aimed at fostering economic growth and multilateral cooperation amidst strained US relations under the current administration.
Radosław Sikorski’s visit to Zimbabwe represents a significant milestone in Polish diplomacy, highlighting Poland’s role in addressing global geopolitical issues, particularly in connection to Russia’s aggression against Ukraine. His meetings are expected to pave the way for enhanced cooperation between Poland and southern African nations, reflecting broader EU efforts to strengthen ties within the region.
Original Source: polskieradio.pl
