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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 …
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Looking back in time The good relationship between Ukraine and EUROMIL goes back a long way in time. We should, for example, remind that until 2014, EUROMIL didn’t only count a member association from Ukraine among its members, but also from Russia. On many occasions, EUROMIL visited both of them in their home countries and joined them in conferences. Unfortunately, …
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On 1st July, Spain takes over the Presidency of the EU Council. The six-month Spanish Presidency follows Sweden, and will be followed by Belgium from 1 January till 30 June 2024. The Spanish presidency will focus on 4 main priorities: Reindustrialise the EU and ensure its open strategic autonomy Advance in the green transition and the environmental adaptation Promoting greater …
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On 8 June 2023, EUROMIL organised a two-panel event on the European Parliament, hosted by MEP Juozas OLEKAS entitled "European Armed Forces: State of Play 2023". The first panel discussion focused on the implementation of the Strategic Compass and the creation of the Rapid Deployment Capacity. During the opening remarks, MEP Olekas underlined the importance of the Strategic Compass as …
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On 30 May, EUROMIL met with a delegation of veterans of Promote Ukraine, a non-profit civil society and advocacy organization for Ukraine. The meeting was welcomed by Emmanuel Jacob, EUROMIL’s President, who highlighted how EUROMIL in the past had Ukrainian and Russian organisations as members. In 2017, contact was re-established with Ukraine, particularly with their organization of volunteers, who participated … Read more. |
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EUROMIL welcomes the European Commission’s Joint Communication to address the impact of climate change and environmental degradation on peace, security and defence. The Communication underlines the need for the Armed Forces to be better equipped to respond to severe climatic operational conditions, while also reducing their environmental footprint; provisions that follow the guidelines of the Strategic Compass and the EU …
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The 15th International Conference of Ombuds Institutions for the Armed Forces (15ICOAF) was held in Vienna (Austria) on 18-20 June 2023. The meeting was co-hosted by the Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance (DCAF) and the Austrian Parliamentary Commission for the Federal Armed Forces. EUROMIL’s President, Mr Emmanuel Jacob and Policy Officer, Ms Dimitra Koutouzi participated at the conference. This …
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According to Newton’s Third Law “for every action, there is an equal but opposite reaction”, a relation that can also be applicable in the way the Armed Forces interact with climate change and vice versa. Firstly, it is important to note that the military sector is huge greenhouse gas emitter and heavily dependent on fossil fuels which negatively impacts climate …
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The Armed Forces has been considered for a long time as an only male profession, despite that women are joining more and more the military, stereotypes still prevail. Consequently, substantial change in the Armed Forces cannot be achieved. According to an opinion provided by the FEMM Committee of the European Parliament to the annual CSDP report only 5% of women …
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The Strategic Compass, adopted in March 2022, represents a first EU “white paper” on defence, providing guidelines for the EU and the Member States to adapt and respond to the new geopolitical environment. The document aims to make the EU and the Member States capable to respond to the challenges and threats for the next decade. More robust and efficient …
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A common culture is defined as a group of people who share similar beliefs, values and behaviours, language or cultural heritage. EU Members states, despite their historical or linguistic differences have succeeded in becoming stronger when working together and be united in diversity. Building a common military culture though is becoming an important factor for closer defence cooperation between the …
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From 19 to 22 May 2023, the NATO Parliamentary Assembly (NATO PA) gathered for its Spring Session in Luxembourg. The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, founding member of NATO and staunch advocate of its shared values, welcomed over 250 NATO parliament members and more than 100 representatives from 16 partner countries and observers for the Spring Session. The Allied parliamentarians and …
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From 19 to 22 September 2013, the Belgian Group of the International Society for Military Law and the Law of War (ISMLLW) organised the sixth ‘Silent leges inter arma?’ conference. This international conference brought together practitioners and academics active in the field of law, security and defence from a wide variety of countries, to discuss the following topics: Post-conflict Accountability …
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On 7-8 September 2023 our Slovak member association Zväz Vojakov Slovenskej Republiky (Association of the Soldiers of the Slovak Republic – ZV SR) organized an international conference entitled “Protection of Legitimate Interests and Rights of Soldiers”. The conference was held under the auspices of the State-Secretary of the Slovak Ministry of Defence Marian Majer, as well as the Ministry of …
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Social policies play a crucial role in ensuring people’s well-being and quality of life. Recognizing this importance, the European Union (EU) has been actively engaged in discussions and initiatives aimed at improving the social conditions and rights of its citizens. One example can be seen in the European Semester, part of the EU's economic governance framework, that goes beyond being …
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As the European elections draw near and the European Union (EU) unveils its comprehensive approach to mental health, it is crucial to bring attention to the critical issues impacting our society. With different flagship initiatives, the approach aims to prioritize mental health on par with physical health and establish a cross-sectoral approach to mental health issues. By focusing on prevention, …
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The International Society for Military Ethics in Europe (EuroISME) provides a forum for the analysis, development and sharing of best practice in the area of professional military ethics, across and beyond the European defence community. As the first organization in the area of professional military ethics where scientists, academic professors, and military practitioners come together, The International Society for Military …
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Military personnel often work in tough and dangerous conditions: such demanding nature of military service can take a toll on the physical and mental well-being of personnel. Therefore, it is imperative to prioritize the safety and performance of these individuals by ensuring adequate working hours and ample rest time. However, due to the distinctive characteristics of military work, labour standards …
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September the Fifth, is the day when Denmark remembers the many Danes who have been deployed in international service since 1948. It is the day when we pay tribute to the many employees from the military, police, and the Emergency management agency, who have made efforts in the world's conflict areas over the years. It is also a day when …
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CS Chairman Jesper Korsgaard Hansen: There is still room for improvement in the way PTSD cases are treated For many years, Denmark has sent soldiers on international missions. Not all made it home alive, and not all of those who came home escaped physical or psychological harm from their deployment. With several years of experience, the Armed Forces have become …
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We need a Veterans Day! Strengthening veterans' culture and policy in Germany is one of the goals the German Armed Forces Association is committed to. A clear demand could soon be implemented. In the past year and a half, Lieutenant Colonel (G) Marcel Bohnert has invited important multipliers from the veterans' movement to workshops three times, most recently even in …
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Press release from PFEARFU: "A day of sadness and mourning for Greece and our Armed Forces, because of the accident that happened in Libya which resulted in the death of five of our colleagues in the humanitarian mission, as well as many wounded. They fell at the altar of duty. There are many questions that need answers. PFEARFU will demand …
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Heavy rainfall resulted in flooding in Greece, leading to severe destruction in central Greece and tragically claiming human lives. The Armed Forces are actively involved in both rescuing civilians and undertaking the task of repairing damaged roads and bridges to rehabilitate the affected regions. In response to the crisis, PFEARFU has taken the lead in collecting funds and essential supplies …
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High Resignations in the Greek Armed Forces: A Complex Challenge In Greece, the issue of high resignation rates in the armed forces has taken center stage, drawing attention to the underlying reasons and potential solutions. This phenomenon, reaching double-digit percentages, has raised concerns about its impact on the armed forces. Reasons Behind High Resignations: The Greek Landscape The resignations in …
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The situation in the Island of Rhodes has escalated beyond control, as tourists are now flooding the streets, seeking refuge in safe areas. The army has been actively engaged in assisting both tourists and fellow citizens, guiding them away from the fire's path. To accommodate those who had to evacuate their homes and hotels to escape the flames in Rhodes, …
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Long before I became a Board member of EUROMIL I was a strong advocate for the organisation, as I believed that it had the capacity to inexorably and positively alter the rights and entitlements of members of armed forces across Europe. Now, while recognising certain limitations of the organisation mostly due to the broad spectrum of issues impacting personnel across …
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RACO conducted a survey on the topic of voluntarily retired officers 2020-2022. During the past years the world has faced multiple threats and challenges as a global pandemic, emergency evacuations from Afghanistan and Sudan, the return of the war in Europe, however, the Defence Forces remain neglected. The Irish Commission on the Defence Forces conducted various reports on abuse or …
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Recently, the EUROMIL's General Assembly took place in Rome, featuring a dedicated session focused on Italy. Numerous representatives and managers from trade unions authorized by the Ministry of Defense attended the event. A prevailing concern among all participants was the inadequacy of the law on representation No. 46/2022. While everyone acknowledged the importance of union rights, little action was taken …
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On Monday 8 May, the Minister of Defence met with the Military Professional Unions (APCSM). The meeting was attended by Secretary-General Massimiliano Zetti, assisted by the Assistant Secretary-General Roberto Di Stefano from Nuovo Sindacato Carabinieri (NSC). Secretary General Massimiliano Zetti reported that Minister Crosetto agreed on the need to move towards more complete trade union practicability and stated that as …
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The AP got involved in the process of amending the e Statute of Military Personnel of the Armed Forces (EMFAR) , through several meetings at EMGFA and with the former Secretary of State for National Defence. AP considers that the changes introduced in Decree-Law 77/2023 of 4 of September, are extremely harmful to the Junior Rates (Soldiers). Besides, - to …
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Promoted by the Professional Military Associations (the ANS - National Sergeants' Association, the AOFA - Armed Forces Officers' Association and the AP - Enlisted Association), a conference was held on the theme "Portugal and its Armed Forces - What role does the Armed Forces play in Portuguese Society?", at the São Jorge Cinema, in Lisbon, on 24 May. This event, …
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19-22 September, Rozewie (POL) Representatives of the Honvédszakszerwezet from the Republic of Hungary, the Union of Soldiers of the Vocational Army of the Czech Republic, the Union of Soldiers of the Slovak Republic and the Konwent Dziekanów Korpus Oficerów Zawodowych from the Republic of Poland met from 19th to 22nd September 2023 in Poland on XXIII. meeting of the management …
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GDPR friend or foe? Challenges exist in accessing and processing information under the GDPR (Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation)) for Dutch MOD personnel and union members. In the Netherlands the GDPR is known as the AVG (Dutch: Algemene Verordening Gegevensbescherming). The Dutch Government handles (y)our personal data with the utmost care. Personal data is information that can be …
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