Latvian President Edgars Rinkevics has called for the construction of fences on the border with Russia and Belarus to be speeded up, citing risks from the war in Ukraine.
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Rinkevics visited the border with Russia and Belarus, stressing the need for adequate preparation for possible security scenarios. He discussed plans to build fences, concrete barriers and anti-tank obstacles, noting that Latvia will invest €300 million between 2024 and 2028 to strengthen the 400-kilometer border. The President emphasized the importance of continued security and cooperation with NATO to deter Russian aggression.
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