Prevention and Control of Mass Disorders in the Border Zone and Border Area of the Republic of Latvia
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The article "Prevention and Control of Mass Disorders in the Border Zone and Border Area of the Republic of Latvia" focuses on evaluating the likelihood of mass disorders and assessing the preventive and control measures implemented by the State Border Guard of Latvia. The study aims to analyze the effectiveness of border surveillance in the 12-meter-wide border zone and the 2-kilometer-wide borders, with particular attention to potential threats along the Latvian - Belarus border. The study concludes that proactive measures and sufficient resource allocation are crucial for maintaining border stability. This article aims to study and evaluate the existing mass disorder prevention and control mechanisms in the state border zone and border zone of the Republic of Latvia. As well as develop recommendations for their improvement (Leonard.S. & Kaunert.C., 2021). Research methods: Several research methods were used in the study, including analysis of documents and legal acts, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, as well as case studies of previous incidents of mass disorders on the border of the EU. Primary and secondary sources (scientific literature) were used for data extraction.The tasks of the article are:1. To analyze the current regulatory framework and operational strategies of the Border Guard.2. To assess the experience of Latvia and other European Union countries in this field.3. Identify the main risk factors and threats that can cause mass disorders in the border area.4. Develop recommendations for the improvement of regulatory framework and operational activities.
Source: BORDER SECURITY AND MANAGEMENT
Authors: Konstantins Korklis, Sergejs Talapins
Language: English
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4407892965