Poland plans to boost military capabilities through major deal with South Korea. Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamish told the state news agency PAP that the agreement to acquire additional K2 tanks is expected to be signed in September. Discussions surrounding the financing of this serious purchase are coming to an end, signaling a strong commitment to strengthening Poland's defense forces, reports News.bg.
This is not the first time Poland has turned to South Korea for military assets. In response to the alarming events following Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the previous Polish government secured arms deals to bolster its military presence. Funding for these agreements, however, has been an obstacle. The upcoming deal, which promises the delivery of 180 K2 tanks, is a continuation of Poland's efforts to protect its borders and ensure national security.
The first batch of these tanks is already on its way.
An intriguing aspect of the upcoming agreement is the potential for some of the K2 tanks to be manufactured in Poland under South Korean license. This not only means a deepening of Polish-South Korean relations, but also represents a significant step towards improving the capacity of Poland's domestic defense industry.