Poland, Canada, and Ukraine – Diplomacy in Wartime

In this episode of “Off the Record,” Canadian Ambassador to Ukraine Natalka Cmoc sits down with Polish Ambassador Piotr Łukasiewicz for a candid conversation about diplomacy in wartime Kyiv. They discuss: - How diplomacy adapts under the pressure of war – ranging from official strategy to dinners that build unity. - Poland’s and Canada’s roles as Ukraine’s earliest and closest allies, including the friendly rivalry over who recognized Ukraine’s independence first in 1991. - Ambassador Łukasiewicz’s unique path from colonel and defense attaché to ambassador. - How millions of Ukrainian refugees have been welcomed in Poland and Canada, contributing to both societies and economies. - Growing cooperation between Canada, Poland, and Ukraine in reconstruction and developing strategy. - The moral clarity of standing with Ukraine – underscored by their own experience living through missile strikes in Kyiv. This episode illuminates the human side of diplomacy, involving background stories, friendships, solidarity, and common resolve during one of the defining conflicts of the 21st century. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with “Off the Record.”