Macron meets Tusk in Poland to discuss European defence collaboration
Summary
French President Emmanuel Macron and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk met in Gdansk, Poland, to discuss stronger defence cooperation between their countries. They focused on European defence in response to Russian threats and changing US support, including possible Polish support for France’s nuclear forces and a joint military satellite project.Key Facts
- Macron and Tusk met on April 20, 2026, to strengthen defence ties between France and Poland.
- This is their first meeting since signing a friendship and cooperation treaty in May 2025.
- They discussed Poland potentially helping with France’s nuclear deterrent by contributing to early warning and air defense systems.
- The two countries will cooperate on a military communications satellite involving other European partners.
- Macron supports “European preference” in buying military equipment, which has caused some tension with Poland.
- Poland spends a large share of its economy (expected 4.8% of GDP in 2026) on modernizing its military and buys many US-made weapons.
- Poland’s government, led by pro-European PM Tusk, values its relationship with the US, despite tensions during President Trump’s term.
- The leaders welcomed Hungary’s return to a pro-European government after the defeat of nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
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