Today Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk will unveil details of a robust plan aimed at strengthening security on the country's eastern border. Dubbed the "Protective Shield East", this initiative includes a $2.5 billion investment to strengthen Poland's border, which not only serves as the country's perimeter but also marks the edge of the European Union, according to DPA reports, BTA reports.
Poland, a staunch member of NATO, finds itself in a precarious geographical position because it shares its eastern border with Ukraine, which is currently facing aggression from Russia. In addition, Poland is adjacent to Belarus, an ally of Moscow, and the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad. This strategic location highlights the need to strengthen defenses to protect against potential threats.
Prime Minister Tusk, during a recent visit to Bialystok in the northeast, highlighted the strategic improvements planned for the border. The project includes building fortifications and changing the terrain to significantly impede the movement of potential aggressors. This proactive approach aims to ensure the security and sovereignty of Poland in a region marked by its complex geopolitical landscape.< /p>