Brazil's Defense Ministry started deploying 30,000 troops over the weekend to beef up the country's security for the World Cup championship that will kick off next month.

Authorities consider the deployment as Brazil's "single largest mobilization ever" in preparation for the most anticipated sporting event in the world.

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Codenamed Agata 8, the Defense Ministry has begun deploying the army, air force and navy that will use river patrol boats, planes and helicopters to crack down on possible and suspected drug trafficking and other smuggling activities on its borders.

Majority of Brazil's 16,900-km border, which it shares with ten other South American neighbors, is comprised of the Amazon jungle described to be notoriously porous and hard to patrol. The country's frontier makes it easier for undocumented immigrants to cross it and access the country.

A similar border security operation took place last year. During the Confederation Cup, the government deployed 25,000 troops. At that time, almost 20 tons of drugs were seized.

According to reports, more than 600,000 tourists are expected to visit Brazil to watch the games. So far only 20 percent of its security personnel have been trained to secure the 12 stadiums where the games will be played. Authorities said they will use the police and the army whenever necessary.

The host country has invited leaders from the 31 nations that will compete and participate in the World Cup to watch their respective teams play. The attendance of these leaders will add to Brazil's security concerns, but authorities claim there is no risk of any terrorist attack because the country is known to have no enemies.

However, the most serious security threat will likely come from street demonstrations. Last year, a large number of Brazilian demonstrators took to the streets during the tune-up games for the World Cup to protest against the exorbitant expenses for building the stadiums. The protesters criticized government expenditures in preparation for the games, while issues of poor public services and corruption have not been addressed.

According to reports, the Brazilian Air Force will also enforce a no-fly zone over the soccer stadiums during the duration of the games. A total of 64 games will be played from June 12 to July 13.

TagsFifa World Cup 2014, Troops Deployment, FIFA World Cup Brazil