The Polish government is deliberating on a domestic alternative to the EU's SAFE program, as indicated by President Karol Nawrocki and the head of the National Bank of Poland, Adam Glapiński. At a recent joint press conference, Nawrocki described their proposal, referred to as 'Polish SAFE 0%', as a concrete, secure, and sovereign option that aims to amass the necessary funding for Poland's defenses over the next five years. He elaborated that citizens have generated more than 185 billion złoty, exceeding the amount required for national security initiatives.

The president's spokesperson emphasized that this alternative strategy would utilize the existing reserves held by the National Bank of Poland (NBP). These reserves would be directed towards funding acquisitions for not just the military but also for police and other uniformed services. However, specifics regarding the proposal are still somewhat unclear, raising questions about its viability and implementation.

During the press conference, Glapiński hinted that preparations for this alternative plan were already in motion, despite the lack of detailed information. The outcome of this national initiative coincides with the fate of the SAFE program at the EU level, highlighting Poland's approach to security and defense policy in the context of broader European discussions.