Finnish authorities started 24-hour control at the Neiden checkpoint on the Norwegian border to prevent vehicles with Russian license plates from transiting through Norwegian territory and entering the country. In this respect reports TASS with reference to The Barents Observer.
It was noted that the joint patrol of the two countries was on duty in the checkpoint area 24 hours a day. Previously, the road was monitored only during the day, and only random checks were carried out at night. Thus, Finnish customs aims to prevent Russian cars from entering the country through the territory of the neighboring state.
On September 10, the European Union banned Russian imports of personal cars, smartphones and cosmetics, as they were considered imports. Restrictions also include trailers and semi-trailers used to transport precious stones, toilet paper, shampoos, toothpastes, goods, yachts and cameras.
Finnish authorities since the beginning of the ban on vehicles with Russian license plates entering the European Union deployed There are eight such machines at the border.
Previously reportedDiplomats, EU citizens, family members and asylum seekers will be able to enter Finland with personal vehicles with Russian license plates. You are also allowed to enter the country by bus.
Source: Gazeta
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