Memorandum of Understanding in Defence

[Jamie]

UNITED KINGDOM OF GREAT BRITAIN AND NORTHERN IRELAND
Security Classification: TOP SECRET

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING IN DEFENCE

between the

United Kingdom of Great Britain and North Ireland,

and

Kingdom of Poland

[ April, 2003 ]​

Preamble
Recognizing the mutual interest in enhancing security and defense cooperation between the United Kingdom and the Kingdom of Poland, both nations agree to enter into this Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for cooperation in defence matters.

Purpose
This MoU aims to foster and develop collaboration in defense through mutual understanding, information sharing, joint exercises, training, and other initiatives to enhance the defense capabilities and security of both nations.

Article I, Areas of Cooperation
The parties agree to collaborate in the following areas:

a. Military Training and Exercises: The UK and Poland will organize joint military training programs and exercises to enhance the readiness and capabilities of their armed forces.

b. Information Sharing: The parties will exchange information and intelligence related to defense and security matters in a timely and efficient manner, adhering to relevant laws and regulations.

c. Defense Technology: Collaboration in research and development of defense-related technologies to advance innovation and capabilities.

d. Crisis Response and Peacekeeping Operations: The UK and Poland will provide mutual support and coordination in responding to crises and participating in international peacekeeping operations as appropriate.​

Article II, Implementation
Both parties will establish a Joint Committee composed of representatives from the respective defense departments to oversee and coordinate the activities under this MoU. The Committee will meet regularly to assess progress, plan joint initiatives, and address any challenges that may arise.

Article III, Confidentiality
The parties understand the sensitivity of the information exchanged and agree to keep all confidential information shared under this MoU strictly confidential, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing by both parties.

Article IV, Administration
This MoU shall enter into force upon signature by both parties and shall remain in effect for a period of two (2) years before requiring review. Either party may terminate this MoU by providing three (3) months advance written notice to the other party. Any amendments or modifications to this MoU will be made in writing and require the mutual consent of both parties.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned, duly authorised by their respective Governments, have signed this Agreement.

Done in two originals, April 2003.

For the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland:
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
Andrew Evans Jamie

For the Kingdom of Poland:
Deputy Minister of National Defense
Artur Zając

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