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CIAO DATE: 03/04
The Estonian Border Guard
Colonel Aare Evisalu
March 2002
Geneva Centre for the Democratic Control of Armed Forces (DCAF)
Abstract
Following its formation, which lasted ten years, a modern, uniformed and fairly effective professional organisation, the Estonian Border Guard, was created. This organisation has in essence, decreased criminal activity at the border as well as illegal immigration. Furthermore, the Estonian Border Guard possesses a good potential for maritime rescue. According to various enquiries, the Border Guard has achieved the reputation of being the most trustworthy state institution, sharing first place with the President of the Republic.
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