Under present circumstances, should Western countries rush to supply the Polish government with new credits, debt relief, trade benefits, and technology particularly in ways that run counter to prudent business practices and sound national security policy this assistance could serve merely to prop up the existing communist-dominated political and economic system and stymie pressure for its ultimate transformation.

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Under present circumstances, should Western countries rush to supply the Polish government with new credits, debt relief, trade benefits, and technology -- particularly in ways that run counter to prudent business practices and sound national security policy -- this assistance could serve merely to prop up the existing communist-dominated political and economic system and stymie pressure for its ultimate transformation.

CENTERFORSECURITYPOLICY: Center For Security Policy

Finding ways to build the urgently needed infrastructure and create pressure on the government is key, to some extent regardless of the ultimate goal.

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