The Role of Submarines in Enhancing Maritime Security in the Baltic Sea Region

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Although the Baltic Sea generates significant financial benefits for the state treasury and the broader economy, Poland has neglected the development of its Navy over the past two decades. This neglect is particularly evident in the state of Poland’s submarine fleet, which currently consists of only one submarine — ORP Orzeł, a nearly 40-year-old Kilo-class vessel. This underscores the urgent need for a debate on the procurement of new submarines, without which Poland will remain dependent on other NATO allies and their capabilities in this critical domain. This is the main finding of a new policy paper released by the Casimir Pulaski Foundation, entitled Silent Guardians. Part 1: The Role of Submarines in Enhancing Maritime Security in the Baltic Sea Region.Learn more on the Casimir Pulaski Foundation. Image courtesy of the Casimir Pulaski Foundation.