Speaking to reporters during the visit, Siemoniak said the Polish border—also the external border of the European Union and NATO—remains "well protected and safe" despite ongoing hybrid attacks.
"Our country is providing all the necessary tools to ensure this border is effectively secured," he said. "Every day and every night—including last night—there are attempts to illegally cross the border. But these attempts are being effectively repelled."
He cited estimates indicating that 98 percent of such attempts are thwarted by Polish border guards, state news agency PAP reported.
Siemoniak also said the government has spent PLN 2.6 billion (EUR 610 million, USD 690 million) on various border security projects, including the revamping of an electronic surveillance barrier.
"Right now, the Border Guard, with support from the military, has full visibility of the entire border and can respond immediately," Siemoniak told reporters.
'We are ready to provide security to other nations'
Earlier in the week, Siemoniak travelled to Kosovo to visit Polish police officers and soldiers serving in international peacekeeping operations.
Speaking to officers stationed with the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX), he reaffirmed Poland’s commitment to supporting global peace and security efforts.
“Your service in EULEX confirms that we not only expect others to contribute to our security, but that Poland—as part of the European Union—is also ready to provide security to other nations," he said.
He also expressed gratitude to Polish soldiers serving under NATO’s multinational Kosovo Force (KFOR), emphasising the symbolic importance of cooperation between police and military forces.
“This joint mission shows how essential it is that police and military units work together—just as they do along the Polish-Belarusian border,” he said.
"The Polish uniform is one, and your mission highlights that unity," Siemoniak added. "Your service is needed and appreciated beyond our borders. We are proud of you."
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Source: IAR, PAP