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Poland's President Vetoes EU Defense Loans Amid Sovereignty Concerns

3/14/2026

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Poland's President Karol Nawrocki vetoed a bill to access €43.7 billion in EU defense loans under the Security Action for Europe (SAFE) program, citing concerns over sovereignty and long-term debt.
He proposed the "Polish SAFE 0%" plan, relying on central bank gold reserves, which the government called unfeasible.
Prime Minister Donald Tusk vowed to pursue EU funds despite the veto, stressing their role in Poland's security amid threats from Russia.

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Poland's President Karol Nawrocki vetoed a bill to access €43.7 billion in EU defense loans under the Security Action for Europe (SAFE) program, citing concerns over sovereignty and long-term debt.
He proposed the "Polish SAFE 0%" plan, relying on central bank gold reserves, which the government called unfeasible.
Prime Minister Donald Tusk vowed to pursue EU funds despite the veto, stressing their role in Poland's security amid threats from Russia.