This initiative, compared to a "smaller scale Suez Canal," underscores Poland's ambition to redefine its maritime logistics and affirm its sovereignty on the international stage, according to the daily.
Located strategically between Lithuania and the Russian Kaliningrad exclave, the Vistula Spit canal aims to eliminate the need for Polish vessels to navigate through Russian-dominated waters en route to the Baltic Sea. Initiated in 2019, the project reflects Poland's long-standing desire to establish a direct maritime corridor that enhances its trade capabilities and regional influence.
The canal extends over 1 kilometer, not only facilitating an alternative route for Polish shipping but also symbolizing the country's dedication to asserting its position within regional and global trade networks, according to the article.
"Faced with the dilemma of Russian-controlled waters, Poland embarked on the ambitious task of constructing the Vistula Spit canal. Despite Russia's efforts to halt the construction, Poland persevered, citing the need for greater autonomy in its maritime affairs," the Daily Express said.
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Source: The Daily Express, PAP