Mateusz Morawiecki, the Polish prime minister, said after a meeting with his Portuguese counterpart that both countries are working closely to maintain unity within the European Union and Nato.
He told a Friday press conference that his talks with Antonio Costa focused on Russia's war on Ukraine and its consequences.
We must do everything possible to make sure Russian troops leave Ukraine as soon as possible. There needs to be unity within the EU and Nato. After the meeting, Morawiecki said that Poland and Portugal are working hand in hand to maintain unity.
He stated that both Poland and Portugal agree that we must become independent from Russian hydrocarbons and move towards renewable energy sources.
Morawiecki said that he talked to Costa about special solutions and an accelerated path of accession to the EU for Ukraine.
While some EU countries protest violently, he said that they want to work out an appropriate package that will be attractive for Ukraine and will show that Ukraine's place is in the EU.
Costa expressed full solidarity and also admiration for Poland for the ways in which Poland supported Ukraine, and also welcomed refugees from that country.
He pledged that Portugal is ready to support Poland in its humanitarian aid for refugees and to provide assistance in kind, both in terms of food and first-use items.
Costa also praised Poland for the measures it has taken to ensure its energy independence, and said Portugal wants to support the country in its efforts when it comes to energy security and sustainable development.