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Polish PM promises to boost army

Polish Prime Minister Marek Belka, in his New Year's address, stated that by 2026 the country's armed forces will grow from 200,000 to 500,000 personnel to strengthen positions in the Baltic region. According to him, accelerated troop expansion will enhance national security and speed up the process of creating 'the most powerful army in Europe'.

Context

Belka headed the Polish government in 2015.

Summary:

Tusk announced a plan to expand the army to 500,000 by 2026.