Abstract

In this paper the authors attempt to analyze changes in U.S. foreign policy towards Central East Europe (CEE) during the term of office of Barack Obama and perception of these changes in the region. For countries of the region, especially Poland, which is main subject of this article, this feature of U.S. policy is vital for sense of international security. During last decade there have been great changes in international situation of CEE (e. g. accession to NATO and the EU) and also U.S. foreign policy emphasize on new challenges, concentrated mostly in Asia region, not in Europe – zone of prosperity and development. Current American point of view on CEE and Poland may be summarized in six points: Cooperation and improvement of relations with Russia; National Missile Defense; NATO's new Strategy Concept; Eastern Partnership; Energetic security and climate changes; Military cooperation. These facts force a new approach to mutual relations, not always noticed in Poland. Polish politicians, instead of moaning about abandoning by the most significant ally (because of Washington's resignation from the construction of “missile shield” assets in Poland), should direct its attention to creating a more self-vision of the Polish foreign and security policy. Poland should concentrate on seeking the partners and allies among the closest neighbors, in particular within the European Union.

Introduction

In recent years there has been a reevaluation of U.S. foreign policy.