Slovakia has expressed interest in acquiring modernized K2PL tanks, which will be produced under a South Korean license in Poland, according to statements made by the Polish Minister of Defence. During a recent meeting between the defence ministers of the two countries, the potential for joint production of the Rosomak armored transporter, equipped with the Slovak Turra 30 turret, was also discussed, likely focusing on the export-oriented Rosomak-L APC, as well as the eventual acquisition of Piorun air defense systems.
Poland is procuring 180 K2 tanks built in South Korea and plans to produce 820 K2PL tanks domestically under a South Korean license, targeting a total of 1,000 tanks for the Polish Land Forces.
During a meeting in Warsaw on February 24, 2025, Polish Defence Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz and Slovak Defence Minister Robert Kalinak formalized the agreement aimed at strengthening defense ties. Both ministers referenced the longstanding historical and political relationship between their countries, emphasizing a mutual approach to regional security and the development of joint arms production capacities. Kalinak noted Poland’s approach to defense spending, highlighting Slovakia’s own investment in military infrastructure, including a new military hospital in Presov.
The agreement identifies four main areas of interest. Slovakia is considering purchasing Polish Piorun portable air defense systems. The second focus is joint ammunition production, specifically 155-millimeter caliber shells, with Slovakia contributing its industrial capacity. Thirdly, the nations are discussing the co-production of an armored personnel carrier (APC) based on the Polish Rosomak platform, integrating the Slovak Turra 30 turret for potential export as the Rosomak-L APC. Lastly, Slovakia is exploring the acquisition of modernized K2PL tanks, which Poland will produce under a Korean license.