An Episode in Polish-Romanian-Soviet Relations: Romania’s Signing of the Litvinov Protocol (February 1929). A Few Words about the Document Itself and the Resonance of the Event inthe Polish Press (Based on the Example of “Kurier Warszawski”)

Abstract

The article presents an episode in the history of Polish Romanian-Soviet relations connected with Romania’s signing of the so-called Litvinov Protocol (February 1929), a regional variant of the Kellogg – Briand Pact. The author reconstructs the diplomatic background of the event, highlighting Poland’s role as an intermediary between Moscow and Bucharest. Based on archival and press materials, the article discusses the motives and course of the negotiations, the significance of Romanian envoy Karol Davila’s visit to Moscow, and the reaction of public opinion. The study argues that the initiative to sign the protocol had both political and propagandistic importance for Poland, serving to confirm its peaceful intentions, strengthen the alliance with Romania, and consolidate Warsaw’s image as a stabilizing force in Eastern Europe.