By the end of summer 2026, Latvia will have deployed cost-effective anti-drone systems along its borders with the aggressor states Russia and Belarus. This deployment is part of an effort to strengthen eastern border security without relying heavily on costly aviation. The Latvian government held an extraordinary meeting in Latgale at the NBS military base 'Lūznava', where Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs and Defense Minister Raivis Melnis announced these plans. Deployment of previously purchased and Latvia-made anti-drone systems, which were not in use until now, has already begun. These systems will be integrated into the national air defense sensor network. Additionally, under a cooperation agreement with Ukraine, joint military-industrial ventures will be established in border regions to produce anti-drone systems, addressing regional employment issues and economic development. Cooperation among the Ministry of Defense, Ministry of Interior, State Border Guard, and National Armed Forces includes the deployment of drone interceptors and sensors to counter hostile combat drones. The government also adopted regulations to compensate damages from military drones to farmers, businesses, and residents up to 90% of losses, with mechanisms involving the Rural Support Service and local municipalities. Citizens and business entities are encouraged to also use insurance to mitigate military risks on property.

By the end of summer 2026, Latvia will have deployed cost-effective anti-drone systems along its borders with the aggressor states Russia and Belarus. This deployment is part of an effort to strengthen eastern border security without relying heavily on costly aviation. The Latvian government held an extraordinary meeting in Latgale at the NBS military base 'Lūznava', where Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs and Defense Minister Raivis Melnis announced these plans. Deployment of previously purchased and Latvia-made anti-drone systems, which were not in use until now, has already begun. These systems will be integrated into the national air defense sensor network. Additionally, under a cooperation agreement with Ukraine, joint military-industrial ventures will be established in border regions to produce anti-drone systems, addressing regional employment issues and economic development. Cooperation among the Ministry of Defense, Ministry of Interior, State Border Guard, and National Armed Forces includes the deployment of drone interceptors and sensors to counter hostile combat drones. The government also adopted regulations to compensate damages from military drones to farmers, businesses, and residents up to 90% of losses, with mechanisms involving the Rural Support Service and local municipalities. Citizens and business entities are encouraged to also use insurance to mitigate military risks on property.