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More Military Training, Less Bureaucracy - Poland Ramps Up National Security

Republic of Poland - The Chancellery of the Prime Minister

11.03.2025

Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced an increase in the number of trained volunteers and new mechanisms to support national security. The government is working on expanding the voluntary military training program so that by 2027, 100,000 volunteers can participate annually. The Prime Minister also informed about the acceleration of work on a special law that will streamline the construction of military fortifications and investments in the defense industry. During today's meeting, the Council of Ministers also adopted the first deregulation bill, which includes nearly 40 changes to facilitate business operations in Poland.

Publicly Accessible Military Training

Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced the expansion of the voluntary military training program, making it widely available. This follows the initiative he previously announced in the Sejm. Currently, basic military training lasts one month, ending with a military oath, and participants receive a salary of 6,000 PLN.

The program aims to increase the availability of training spots and introduce new incentives for volunteers so that everyone interested can participate. The goal is that by 2026, every willing volunteer can undergo training, and by 2027, the number of trained individuals reaches 100,000 per year.

"These voluntary military training sessions should be as widely accessible as possible. This is a task we must focus on. There is no shortage of people willing to serve the Homeland. We must significantly increase the state's capacity to allow all interested individuals to participate in such training," Donald Tusk said before the Cabinet meeting.

The training will include both basic military preparation and specialized courses tailored to different social and professional groups. Particular emphasis will be placed on modern technologies and skills related to civil defense.

"The war in Ukraine has made it clear - there is a need for a whole range of specialists. This applies primarily to the most advanced technologies, but also to local threats, where more civil defense specialists are needed," the Prime Minister said.

The government also plans additional incentives, such as allowing participants to obtain a professional driving license, including for heavy vehicles. This could be useful not only in wartime but also in the professional lives of those who undergo such training. The Prime Minister also announced that every person aged 18 to 60 will receive detailed information on how to participate in the training.

"Beyond the professional army and beyond the Territorial Defense Forces (WOT), we must build, in effect, an army of reservists, and this is what our actions will support," the Prime Minister stressed.

The Prime Minister also emphasized that these training programs must be developed in cooperation with allies, drawing on the combat experience of the Ukrainian army. The training will also leverage the knowledge and skills of Polish veterans.

"We constantly talk about excellent soldiers who have completed their service - for example, from GROM or the commandos from Lubliniec. We will use their knowledge and skills to create a center that someone has tentatively named 'Second Mission.' They will be invaluable in these training programs," stated the Prime Minister.

Donald Tusk assured the full commitment of the government to implementing the military training program, including increasing participant limits and securing proper funding.

Deregulation for Defense and Business - Faster Investments, Less Bureaucracy

The new special law will shorten the investment process by eliminating bureaucratic barriers to constructing military fortifications. The new regulations will simplify investment procedures in the defense sector, including for the construction of the "Eastern Shield" defense system.

"The military is waiting for this special law, just as we are waiting for the day when soldiers say: finally, 100% of the state is responding to the needs of the army and defense investments," Prime Minister Donald Tusk said.

During today's meeting, the Council of Ministers also adopted the first bill from the deregulation package, aimed at easing business operations for small and medium-sized enterprises. One example of the changes is reducing the duration of planned inspections in companies from 12 to 6 days.

The Ministry of Development and Technology has prepared nearly 40 changes to relieve entrepreneurs and improve business conditions. The Prime Minister also announced that on March 24, a meeting will be held with interested groups to summarize the first phase of the government's deregulation efforts.

A Strong Poland in Europe and the World

Poland continues to strengthen its international position, ensuring independence and stability amid global tensions. The security of our region must be based on cooperation with allies in NATO and the European Union. At the same time, while building its strong international position, Poland must maintain its independence.

"We are an independent state that makes its own decisions. Dignity is an essential part of every nation's life. [...] I want to remind everyone that while protecting the dignity of the Polish state and our national interests, we should always act with common sense, moderation, and avoid seeking conflicts in the international arena" the Prime Minister emphasized.

Regarding international policy, the Prime Minister recalled upcoming key visits. Deputy Prime Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz will travel to Paris on March 12 for a meeting of defense ministers, while Prime Minister Donald Tusk will visit Turkey for talks with President Recep Erdoğan. The main topics of discussion will be security and ensuring peace in our region.

The Prime Minister expressed gratitude to all those involved in strengthening Poland's security, emphasizing that their work contributes to building a strong and resilient state.