Finland is actively strengthening its border with Russia. Construction of a 200 km barrier is progressing faster than planned, with the main sections set to be completed by 2025.
🚧 Construction Details
The acceleration in completing Marko Hassinen, Chief of the Finnish Border Guard. According to him, the main part of the barrier will be ready by 2024, with some sections to be completed by 2026. Previously, the project’s completion was expected in 2025.
Barrier Specifications:
✔ Length: 200 km
✔ Material: sturdy metal fencing
✔ Additional elements: video surveillance systems
✔ Purpose: protection against hybrid threats, control of illegal migration
🔎 Why Is Finland Building a Barrier?
After Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, many European countries began strengthening their borders. In June 2022, the Finnish Ministry of Interior announced plans to build a barrier to ensure the country’s security and counter existing threats.
💰 Funding and Implementation Period
The construction is funded by the Finnish government, and the initial plan aimed to complete the project between 2024 and 2026. Thanks to the accelerated process, the major works will be completed one year ahead of schedule.
🌍 Geopolitical Significance
Finland, which became a NATO member in 2023, is now taking on an important role in strengthening the Alliance’s eastern border. The construction of the barrier may escalate tensions in relations between Finland and Russia and impact European security policy.
💬 What are your thoughts on this development? Will it enhance Finland’s security? Share your opinions in the comments.
