According to the Polish Prime Minister, under the East Shield programme, Poland will build a complex of fortifications along the country’s eastern border. In addition, a significant portion of the funds will be allocated for the procurement of equipment intended for enhance the border’s security.
“We are launching a major project to build a secure border, including fortifications and environmental adjustments, making it impassable for potential enemies,” said Tusk. He emphasized that the fortifications will be built along a 400 km stretch of Poland’s border with Belarus and Russia.
“We will build the East Shield and thereby fulfill the task assigned by the NATO, tasks of deterrence and defence. These tasks are extremely important, as the largest country on NATO’s eastern flank,” added Polish Minister of National Defence Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz.
