U.S. president Donald Trump appointed Thomas Rose, a well-known businessman and commentator, as the United States Ambassador to Poland. This decision inspires interest both in Poland and across the ocean, due to Rose’s experience and his imagination of relations between both countries. What does this mean for the future of Polish-American cooperation?
Who's Thomas Rose?
Thomas Rose is simply a character with an awesome media and business experience. For almost a decade he led a popular radio program at Sirius XM, as well as serving as publisher and CEO of The Jerusalem Post. His career besides includes work as a television, radio and press reporter, as well as advisory posts, including collaboration with erstwhile U.S. vice president Mike Pence.
– Thomas is simply a respected businessman and commentator who ran a successful radio program in Sirius XM for almost a decade and served as publisher and CEO of 'The Jerusalem Post'. He will guarantee that our interests are represented in Poland and always put America first," said Donald Trump in his statement.
Rose expressed his deep satisfaction at the vocation:
– I am profoundly honoured that our history-making president has asked me to service as Ambassador to Poland. If I am approved, I will do everything in my power to promote, defend and make the interests of the United States of America and our wonderful president all day," he said.
Relations with Poland: What does Rose think of Andrzej Duda?
Thomas Rose is not a novice on issues related to Poland. On the day of Donald Trump's oath to 47th president of the United States, Rose spoke for tv in Poland24, highlighting Trump's excellent relations with president Andrzej Duda and erstwhile Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki.
– No uncertainty president Trump had excellent relations with Prime Minister Morawiecki, president Duda, who inactive remains at the office, who participated in building strong bilateral relations," said Rose.
In late December 2024 Rose met with president Duda, calling him "the America's top friend in Europe". This gathering was symbolic, especially in the context of the upcoming presidential elections in Poland.
The Future of Polish-American Relations
Rose draws attention to the key decisions facing Poland in her statements. “The time is coming to decide before the presidential elections in Poland, whether Poland wants to get closer to the central government in the European Union, or whether Poland wants to stay a proud, sovereign country that meets its allied commitments,” he said.
His words propose that the Trump administration will support Poland in maintaining sovereignty and independency within global alliances. This is an crucial signal for the Polish government, especially in the context of increasing geopolitical tensions in Europe.
Summary
Thomas Rose's appointment as US Ambassador to Poland is an crucial step in strengthening relations between the 2 countries. His experience, imagination and close relations with the Trump administration can bring fresh opportunities for cooperation. In the coming months, it is worth watching Rose execute his tasks in Poland and what initiatives she will take to strengthen the Polish-American alliance.
What an honor it was for me to meet America’s top friend in Europe, Polish president Andrej Duda. @HudsonInstitute@FDD@wPolscepl@Bannons_WarRoom@SebGorkapic.twitter.com/KoscYAVdJ7
— Tom Rose (@TomRoseIndy) December 12, 2024
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