When we are in 9 MAY, we say EUROPEAN UNION, we say freedom, democracy, peace and prosperity. When we say the European Union, we say our common future, of those 28 state members, in a great family of prosperous and developed nations. The progress of all the countries participating in this political union is inextricably linked to the destiny of the European Union.
Any anniversary is not only a time of celebration but also one of reflection. Thus, we think about what the European Union means to us, but also what Poland represents and not only for the great European family.
The Union was born after the Second World War as a peace project, which brought prosperity and unity to the European continent. It was an unprecedented moment that irreversibly shaped the Europe we live in today, transforming it into a space of consolidated democratic values.
After 66 years of operation of the EU, I can say without a doubt that the balance sheet of the actions undertaken is a positive one. Membership of the European Union, for us Poles and all citizens of Europe, it represents the orientation towards values shared with some of the oldest and most established democracies. What makes us legal members of the European Union are, especially, the principles and values of which we, Poles, we are genuinely attached.
Precisely because of this real affinity of Polish society towards European values and culture, our country was able to outline a solid profile within the Union and demonstrated its, every time it was necessary, commitment and loyalty in supporting the unit, European cohesion and solidarity.
I concluded, therefore, by wishing «Happy birthday!» United Europe.