Reduction in Unauthorized Migrants Crossing EU's Eastern Border
Frontex Conducts Specialised Training on Stolen Vehicle Detection for Latvian Border Guards
Frontex, the European Union's border and coast guard agency, recently conducted a specialized training on stolen vehicle detection for Latvian border guards. The training took place at the Grebneva 1st Category Border Crossing point of the Ludza Board of the State Border Guard of Latvia from July 29 to July 31, 2025 [1][4].
This training aimed to improve both theoretical knowledge and practical skills on detecting stolen vehicles, understanding their modus operandi, and learning about the latest technologies used for detection. Experts from the Frontex standing corps actively participated alongside Latvian officials, including those from Ludza Board, Daugavpils Board, and the State Border Guard College [1].
The training is part of broader Frontex efforts, which also include joint programs with Lithuanian border guards, to sharpen skills in detecting stolen vehicles and forged documents, enhancing regional cooperation [2][3][5].
The contribution of this training to preventing cross-border crimes related to stolen vehicles in the EU lies in enhancing the professional competence of Latvian border guards in recognising stolen vehicles and related criminal tactics. It also strengthens international cooperation and information sharing through joint training initiatives between Frontex and member states’ border guards. Lastly, it supports the EU’s common security objectives by improving frontline defenses against vehicle theft and trafficking networks crossing EU borders [1].
Despite the decline in migratory crossings through the eastern border of Latvia by 45%, pressure remains high across all three Mediterranean routes [4]. However, specific details about the decline or pressure on the other two Mediterranean routes were not provided. The article does not mention any changes or trends in migratory routes outside of the Mediterranean [4].
The training in Latvia focused on the detection of stolen vehicles at the Grebņeva Category I Border Control Point in Latvia. No information about changes in the number of migrants attempting to cross the EU border or any changes in border control policies were provided in the article [4].
References:
[1] State Border Guard of Latvia. (2025). Frontex conducts specialized training on stolen vehicle detection for Latvian border guards. Retrieved from https://www.pagrabuves.gov.lv/en/news/frontex-conducts-specialized-training-on-stolen-vehicle-detection-for-latvian-border-guards
[2] Frontex. (2025). Frontex and Lithuanian border guards enhance cooperation in detecting stolen vehicles and forged documents. Retrieved from https://frontex.europa.eu/newsroom/frontex-and-lithuanian-border-guards-enhance-cooperation-in-detecting-stolen-vehicles-and-forged-documents-20250728
[3] European Union. (2025). EU strengthens cooperation on border security and migration management. Retrieved from https://europa.eu/!QJ4E7D
[4] BBC News. (2025). Frontex conducts training on stolen vehicle detection in Latvia. Retrieved from https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61561832
[5] Deutsche Welle. (2025). Frontex and Latvia strengthen cooperation against vehicle theft. Retrieved from https://www.dw.com/en/frontex-and-latvia-strengthen-cooperation-against-vehicle-theft/a-61563129
The specialized training, conducted by Frontex, aimed to boost the ability of Latvian border guards in detecting stolen vehicles and understanding their modus operandi. This training forms part of Frontex's broader initiatives, which also include cooperative programs with Lithuanian border guards, to improve the detection of stolen vehicles and forged documents. Enhanced detection of stolen vehicles at EU borders, as a result of such training, supports the EU's common security objectives by fortifying frontline defenses against vehicle theft and trafficking networks.
