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EUROMIL, as the European Organisation of military associations and trade unions is first and foremost aiming at the respect for and the application of human rights and fundamental freedoms in and by the European Armed Forces. EUROMIL’s essential consideration is that a soldier should be treated as a “citizen in uniform” with the same rights and obligations as his fellow … Read more. |
EUROMIL project for 2024 European Elections On this Europe Day (9 May 2023) and in light of the 2024 European Elections, EUROMIL launches its project for the European Elections for a more inclusive Europe for Military Personnel. Each week EUROMIL will publish an article on the needs and rights of military personnel at a European level as well as the … Read more. |
On April 27th 2023, EUROMIL hosted an "Italian session" at the Centre Congressi Frentani in Rome. The event brought together members of EUROMIL's 127th General Assembly and about 45 representatives from Italian military associations. The session highlighted the challenges faced by military personnel in Italy when it comes to trade union rights, emphasizing the need for further action to improve …
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The European Parliament adopted, on 19 April 2023, the “EU Rapid Deployment Capacity, EU Battlegroups and Article 44 TEU: the way forward” Report. EUROMIL welcomes the recommendations made by the European Parliament and supports the further European defence integration. It is important to note that the report underlines the need for securing workers rights. More precisely, it notes that the …
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The EU Strategic Compass for Security and Defence adopted in March 2022, aims at guiding the EU through the right direction to anticipate threats and challenges, become more resilient and a stronger partner. Congruent with the implementation report, the past year a plethora of developments took place to enhance EU’s capabilities in security and defence. The Compass provides essential guidelines … Read more. |
EUROMIL Wednesday Q&A series "Did the Strategic pass muster?" Q&A with the Chairman of the EU Military Committee (EUMC), General Robert Brieger (1 March 2023) Q&A with Michael Gahler, Member of the European Parliament and the Foreign Affairs Committee (AFET), (8 March 2023) Q&A with Elena Lazarou, Head of External Policies Unit (acting), European Parliamentary Research Service (EPRS) at European …
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On the 24th of February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine on a war against democracy, freedom and self determination. One year later the destruction of the country and the loss of countless people have made clear that war was returned in Europe and our unprecedented support is and will be vital until Ukraine gains its freedom once again. EUROMIL supported Ukraine …
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On Monday 13 February 2023, the President of EUROMIL, Mr Emmanuel Jacob, met with the Chairman of the EU Military Committee (EUMC), General Robert Brieger. The discussion focused on presenting the work of EUROMIL as its main aim is promoting the professional and social interests of soldiers. It was also agreed that building a common EU culture of defence is … Read more. |
Mr Jacob, you are the president of EUROMIL, the European Organisation of Military Associations and Trade Unions. Being an expert for security and defence topics, we are sure you have been looking forward to the recent joint declaration on NATO-EU cooperation. Are you satisfied with the results? Have some aspects been surprising to you or maybe even disappointing? The third …
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The World Veterans Congress and 30th General Assembly for the World Veterans Federation were recently held in Belgrade, Serbia from March 6th to March 10th, 2023. The Congress was hosted by the Union of Associations of Fighters of the National Liberation Wars of Serbia (SUBNOR), one of the founders of the WVF in 1950. In fact, SUBNOR organized the WVF …
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On 2 February 2023, EUROMIL's President, Mr Emmanuel Jacob, travelled to Rome. Meeting with NSC - Nuovo Sindacato Carabinieri Mr Jacob has been invited to discuss EUROMIL's work at the NSC's Direttivo Nazionale (Board meeting). The President presented EUROMIL's objectives and tasks while underlining the ever-lasting aspiration of progressing the Italian trade union situation, an aim that has been there …
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On average, almost 15 percent of newly recruited service members forces are already leaving the Belgian armed forces within the year, either on their own request or because they are forced to leave for medical, physical, moral or professional reasons. In 2021 and 2022, the attrition rate even surpassed the 20 percent. Over the period 2020-2022, a total of 7.086 …
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Before the Danish Parliament goes on summer vacation in June, it is expected that a new multi-year settlement for the Defence Area will fall into place. The Danish defence budget is decided by this settlement, and there is a tradition for the defence settlement to be concluded between most of the parties that are represented in the Danish Parliament. In …
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Königsbronn talks: "Now the window of opportunity is there for us to grab it". Königsbronn talks are a well-known tradition for the German security sector and the education forum of the DBwV is one of the organisers. The discussions were driven by the war in the Ukraine but nevertheless important topics like the climate and environment policies were also debated. …
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The Council of Europe's GREVIO Committee of Experts on Combating Violence against Women and Domestic Violence visited Greece to evaluate the implementation of the Istanbul Convention in the country. During their visit, the Committee sought input from the Secretariat of Gender Equality of PFEARFU to gather data and insights. Their discussions included the effectiveness of campaigns aimed at raising awareness …
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In the context of the coordinated actions of EUROMIL's member association P.FE.AR.F.U, the President of EUROMIL, Mr Emmanuel Jacob, expressed his concerns on a specific article of the draft law entitled "Care for the personnel of the Armed Forces, rationalization of the legislation of the Armed Forces, organization of the National Guard and other provision". More precisely, article 71 of …
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It is a long period, during which a strong mutual symbiosis has been created between our Association of Soldiers of the Slovak Republic (ZV SR) and EUROMIL. During this period, EUROMIL showed support to our association in all available forms. President of EUROMIL personally participated several times in important negotiations of the Presidium of our association, in conferences and met …
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On January 1, the Armed Forces of the Slovak Republic commemorated the 30th anniversary of its establishment. On this occasion, Zuzana Čaputová, President of the Slovak Republic, Commander-in-Chief of the Slovak Armed Forces stated: "In these challenging times, the value of our membership in the North Atlantic Alliance is even more evident, because despite the most serious security crisis in the …
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In recent years, interest in the different ways in which military employment affects individuals’ work-life balance has grown. Military personnel face unique challenges in balancing their military commitments and home-related responsibilities, and sometimes have to act in demanding and stressful situations with little or no advance notice. Finding an appropriate balance between work and non-work is particularly complex during military …
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EUROMIL is co-organising with MEP Juozas OLEKAS an event in the European Parliament on 8 June 2023. Today’s geopolitical environment has dramatically changed: Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, cyber threats, and climate change are jeopardizing international security and stability. European countries are increasing their defence spending to acquire more high-end capabilities and technological sovereignty. The EU and NATO through the Strategic …
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