Temporary fencing on Latvia-Belarus border fulfilling its functions - Eklons

• Published date: 29 July 2022
• Publication title: LETA

RIGA, July 29 (LETA) - The temporary fencing on the Latvia-Belarus border fully fulfills its function, moreover, border guards have prevented approximately 6,800 attempts of people trying to cross the border illegally, Minister of the Interior Kristaps Eklons (For Development) stated during a visit to State Border Guard facilities in Latgale.

Eklons visited State Border Guard facilities in Latgale, as well as the Latvia-Belarus and Latvia-Russia border, on a working visit this week.

"During the visit, meeting in person with representatives of various structural units of the State Border Guard and getting acquainted with their work and equipment, I gained confidence in the readiness of our services to ensure order and security on the border of our country. I am satisfied with the abilities and professional equipment of the border guard. We must continue our targeted work...