180 km long fence: Latvia's army will build a security infrastructure on the border from the Russian Federation

On November 3, they already built a fence 92. 1 km on the border of Latvia and Belarus. By the end of the year, its total length will be 112 km. In order to accelerate the pace of construction of security infrastructure at the Latvia and the Russian Federation, the country's authorities are going to attract national armed forces (NSCs). About it reports Delfi with reference to the message of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the country.

The authorities evaluated the possibility of attracting NSC resources. It is reported that the State Real Estate Agency (VNright) will control the course of work and report on the amount of work performed, including Concerning the purchase of materials, equipment, tools and wealth. It is expected that with the support of the army will build two sections of 11. 07 km and 8. 45 km. On November 3, a fence was built at the border of Latvia and Belarus with a fence of 92.

1 km, or approximately 82% of 112 km, which are planned to be completed this year. In addition, by the summer of next year, the construction of a fence about 30 km along the reservoirs will be completed. By the end of 2024 another 19. 9 km of fence will be built. About 180 km of fence and 53 km of border guard infrastructure will also appear on the Latvia and Russian border.

Much of the border strip near the Russian border has already been cleared of the forest, which makes it possible to carry out construction faster. The fence on the outer land border of Latvia, according to the plans, will be built in 2024. The east border infrastructure will be completed by 2025. It should be reminded that on October 25 it was reported that Latvia was buying Himars and ATCMS, and in Washington agreed a contract for $ 200 million.