The head of Polish government noted that the discussion with Vučić opens up new opportunities for collaboration among Poland, Serbia, and the entire EU. He underscored that EU expansion must encompass Serbia, stating that a complete Union cannot exist without this country.
One of the key topics of their conversation was illegal migration, where Tusk highlighted that the Polish stance on this issue is well understood by the Serbian president.
Part of the Polish Prime Minister's speech was delivered in Serbian.
The Polish leader affirmed that his view of Serbia and the friendship between their nations has remained unchanged over the years, stressing the importance of building trust and empathy during difficult times.
Tusk also expressed appreciation for Serbia's humanitarian assistance to Ukraine while acknowledging the differences in their approaches to relations with Russia.
Polish PM mentioned that he would like to see Belgrade adopt sanctions against Russia.
Vučić, whom PM Tusk met with in Belgrade, is known for supporting friendly ties with Russia and has refused to join sanctions against it since the invasion of Ukraine. He has also defended Ratko Mladić and Radovan Karadžić, former Bosnian Serb leaders convicted of war crimes during the Bosnian War (photo:PAP/Radek Pietruszka)
President Vučić commended Tusk for his willingness to listen to the Serbian perspective, contrasting him with other politicians in Brussels. He pointed out Poland's crucial role as a partner in Serbia's economic development and noted the increasing influence of Poland in the country.
Vučić also raised the issue of Kosovo, expressing gratitude to Tusk for considering his viewpoint and for the promised support for Serbia's EU aspirations.
Source: IAR/PAP/KPRM
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Click on the audio player above for a report by Radio Poland's Michał Owczarek.
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