November 11 of every year is a special day for any Pole, as it is the anniversary of Poland regaining her independence on November 11, 1918.
The country’s allies and friends in the international arena sent their best wishes on the occasion of the 102nd anniversary of this special day.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, in addition to sending his best wishes, thanked Poland for its support in defending the territorial integrity of Ukraine:
“Warmest wishes for Andrzej Duda on the occasion of Poland’s Independence Day! We wish the Polish Nation peace and unity. We appreciate your support in defending our territorial integrity. I believe that the strategic partnership between Ukraine and Poland will strengthen the stability and security of Europe.”
Serdeczne życzenia dla @AndrzejDuda z okazji Święta Niepodległości!
Życzymy Narodowi Polskiemu pokoju i zgody. Doceniamy wsparcie ?? w obronie integralności terytorialnej ??. Wierzę, iż partnerstwo strategiczne między ?? i ?? wzmocni stabilność i bezpieczeństwo w Europie. pic.twitter.com/9bQEpVmTOQ
— Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) November 11, 2020
Lithuania also sent its well-wishes, and Foreign Minister Linas Linkevicius shared a video of the Lithuanian diplomatic choir commemorating Polish independence in previous years:
Happy Independence Day, Poland! Niech żyje #Polska! ??
Even though this year physical distancing limits the possibilities of our diplomatic choir, but we send to our Polish friends and allies the warmest wishes, along with the recordings from previous years! #11listopada pic.twitter.com/gUbssMAMd2
— Linas Linkevicius (@LinkeviciusL) November 11, 2020
US Ambassador to Poland Georgette Mosbacher emphasized that Poland is a symbol of “steadfastness and heroism” to Americans:
Poles have experienced many difficult and tragic events throughout history. For Americans, Poles are a symbol of steadfastness, heroism, and hope, even in the most difficult circumstances. All the best on your Independence Day, Poland! pic.twitter.com/kfQ6uQdIT3
— Georgette Mosbacher (@USAmbPoland) November 11, 2020
U.S. Army Europe also gave Poland it’s best wishes, underlining the Polish-American alliance and partnership:
Happy National Independence Day to our Partner and Ally ?? Poland ?
Today Poland commemorates the anniversary of its assumption of independent statehood in 1918.#StrongEurope #StrongerTogether@US_EUCOM @USArmy @USEmbassyWarsaw pic.twitter.com/WvQtYgDWas
— US Army Europe (@USArmyEurope) November 11, 2020
In context of Poland’s Independence Day, Pope Francis reminded people of an important teaching of Saint John Paul II during a General Audience:
“Today, Poland is celebrating its National Independence Day. While we thank the Lord for the gift of freedom, what Saint John Paul II taught youth comes to mind: ‘To be free means to know how to use your freedom for truth.'”
.@Pontifex_pl do Polaków w czasie audiencji generalnej: Dziś w Polsce przypada Narodowe Święto Niepodległości. Gdy dziękujemy Panu historii za dar wolności, przychodzi na myśl to, czego św. Jan Paweł II uczył młodych:być wolnym, „to znaczy: umieć używać swej wolności w prawdzie". pic.twitter.com/u3gGDcpATf
— EpiskopatNews (@EpiskopatNews) November 11, 2020
The Pope asked God to bless all Poles will peace and prosperity.
German Ambassador Arndt Freytag von Loringhoven also offered his congratulations on Germany’s behalf:
“All the best, Poland! German diplomatic representatives congratulate our friends on the occasion of their Independence Day. For Poles, this day is a symbol of regaining statehood. We wish a pleasant celebration!”
Wszystkiego najlepszego, Polsko! Niemieckie przedstawicielstwa dyplomatyczne serdecznie gratulują naszym przyjaciołom z okazji Narodowego Dnia Niepodległości. Dla Polek i Polaków ten dzień jest symbolem odzyskania państwowości. Życzymy miłego święta! pic.twitter.com/KJ3WIFrv94
— Arndt Freytag von Loringhoven (@Amb_Niemiec) November 11, 2020
British Ambassador to Poland Anna Clunes emphasized Poland’s role as a regional leader in Central Europe:
“Poland is now a strong international player in the heart of Europe. A regional leader in security, trade and technology. An important partner for the UK on the world stage,” she said in a video.
"Polska jest obecnie silnym międzynarodowym graczem w sercu Europy, regionalnym liderem w dziedzinie bezpieczeństwa, handlu i technologii oraz ważnym partnerem dla Wielkiej Brytanii" – Ambasador @AnnaClunes z życzeniami z okazji #DzieńNiepodległości ?? pic.twitter.com/GqkKNJhT3M
— UK in Poland ???? (@ukinpoland) November 11, 2020
