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EUROMIL participates at the ETUC Brussels Euro-Demonstrations on 12 December 2023
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EUROMIL participated on the ETUC Euro-Demonstration with a small delegation, against austerity measures and for a fair and sustainable future. Find more here. |
Looking back to the year 2023, which marked by geopolitical shifts and technological advancements, the European security and defence landscape continued to undergo profound changes. These transformations have not only influenced the strategic priorities of European countries but also had a direct impact on the military and therefore also on its personnel. Looking forward to 2024, we must anticipate the …
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The Hungarian military trade union Honvédszakszervezet (HOSZ) was founded in 1991 and joined EUROMIL already in 1992. Very often EUROMIL referred to HOSZ as a good example since the country, by Constitution, grants these basic rights to its military personnel. On Tuesday, 21 November 2023, the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of Justice submitted a constitutional amendment proposal, which …
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On 26-27 October 2023, EUROMIL held its 128th General Assembly meeting in Spain (Madrid), hosted by our member association AUME. EUROMIL President, Emmanuel Jacob opened the conference by welcoming members while also thanked AUME for the cooperation in organizing the General Assembly meeting in Madrid. On 26 October, a panel discussion focused on the doctrine of the citizen in uniform …
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The first live exercise (LIVEX) of the Rapid Deployment Capacity (RDC) took place 16-22 October 2023, in Spain. Nine counties (Austria, Spain, France, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Malta, Portugal and Romania) contributed with 2.800 military personnel, equipment, and strategic enablers. This exercise represents a historical moment of paramount importance with the aim to enhance EU’s readiness to respond to crisis. It is …
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On 1st January, Belgium takes over the Presidency of the EU Council. The six-month Belgian Presidency follows Spain, and will be followed by Hungary from 1 July till 31 December 2024. The Belgian presidency will focus on 6 main priorities: Defending rule of law, democracy, and unity Strengthening EU’s competitiveness Pursuing a green and just transition Reinforcing the social and …
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EUROMIL participated as logo partner. The Berlin Security Conference took place on 29-30 November and this year’s topic focused on enhancing resolve and resilience in Europe and NATO. At the beginning of the conference it was underlined that war is back in Europe since February 2022 when Russia invaded Ukraine, and NATO, especially after the Vilnius Summit, is focusing on …
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From 6 to 9 October 2023, the NATO Parliamentary Assembly (NATO PA) gathered for its 69th Annual Session in Copenhagen. EUROMIL's President, Emmanuel Jacob, participated at the Assembly. All 274 parliament members representing 31 NATO member states, along with approximately 100 members from around 25 partner countries and parliamentary bodies addressed the key topics on the Euro-Atlantic defence and security …
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EUROMIL Wednesday Q&A series "How to prevent and destigmatise mental health issues in the Military?“ Q&A with LCol Andrea Tuka, Directorate of Mental Health, Canadian Forces Health Services Group Headquarters (11 October 2023) Q&A with Emmanuel Jacob, President of EUROMIL (18 October 2023) Q&A with Halyna Kavun, Deputy Head of the Ukrainian Union of Military and Security (25 October 2023) … Read more. |
A guest at the Berlin Security Conference On 29 and 30 November, the Security Conference (BSC) took place in Berlin, to which many security policy experts were invited. The German Armed Forces Association organised a stand together with the Soldiers' and Veterans' Foundation (SVS) and EUROMIL. On the first floor of the hotel, visitors were able to find out more …
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In a heartfelt appeal addressed to Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Defence Minister Guido Crosetto, and the Military Summit, the Itamil Army Association calls for a strategic shift before investing in new weaponry. The focus should be on innovative and bold actions to strengthen our armed forces. The proposed measures include rebalancing the Army and Police Forces, establishing a Military Police, …
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Last Saturday, 18 November 2023, in the Auditorium of the Oeiras Social Action Centre (CAS-Oeiras) of the Armed Forces Social Action Institute (IASFA), the ANS - National Sergeants' Association, held a "National Sergeants' Conference". As the aim of this initiative was to revise and update the so-called "Aspirations Booklet", the Conference was divided into four main panels, comprising "Training/Education", "Military …
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The integration of military values in Spanish democracy Article written by Fidel Gómez Rosa, Secretario de Formación y Relaciones Internacionales and former EUROMIL Board Member - @fidelgomezrosa on X SUMMARY The establishment of democracy in Spain is the result of a constituent process of political consensus in society. The armed forces, guarantors of the Franco regime, presented resistance …
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Following the crisis in the plenary session of the Council on 28 September, EUROMIL calls upon the Government of Spain to ensure governance and rights for the civil guards within the framework of a police force such as the Civil Guard, which must evolve to adapt to the 21st century. The concern is maximum due to the growing involution in …
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By Anne-Marie Snels, former AFMP Chairwomen Everyone remembers the dramatic images of August 2021, when the Taliban took over Afghanistan in record time and thousands of people tried to flee the country in agony via Kabul airport. Despite numerous warnings, the Dutch government took measures far too late, leaving many people who worked for the Dutch government and NGO’s behind. …
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129th EUROMIL General Assembly, Lisbon, Portugal, 26 April 2024
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