Towards Human-Centric European Defence: EUROMIL’s Reflections on Recent EU Initiatives
In recent weeks, the European Commission published two key initiatives that aim to shape the future of its security and defence architecture: the White Paper on the Future of European Defence and the European Preparedness Union Strategy. Both documents are part of an effort to respond to increasing geopolitical uncertainties …
AUME Celebrates The 20 Years of its Foundation
In an event held in Madrid, at the venue of CC. OO. Trade Union, AUME has commemorated the 20 years of the founding of the association, registered on April 12, 2005. During this event, a video of the history of AUME was projected and successively the following spoke: – Jorge …
EUROMIL Welcomes the Adoption of the Annual CSDP Report
On Wednesday, 2 April, the European Parliament adopted its annual report on the Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP) during the plenary session. EUROMIL welcomes the adoption of this crucial report, which comes at a particularly significant moment given the evolving geopolitical landscape. The current security environment demands bold actions …
PFEARFU celebrates its 8 years anniversary
On Friday, March 28, 2025, the Panhellenic Federation of Armed Forces Union (PFEARFU) held an event to mark eight years of its dynamic presence in the institutional representation of Armed Forces personnel. The event was titled: “PFEARFU: 8 Years Standing by Armed Forces Personnel.” The event was moderated by PFEARFU …
A People-Focussed Turn in European Security: EUROMIL Welcomes the European Preparedness Union Strategy
On 26 March 2025, the European Commission and the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy published the European Preparedness Union Strategy, a comprehensive and timely initiative aimed at strengthening the EU’s capacity to anticipate, prepare for, and respond to crises of all kinds. European Commissioner …
EUROMIL’s Criticism of the White Paper on European Defence: A Missed Opportunity
On 19 March 2025, the European Commission’s released the long-awaited White Paper on the Future of European Defence which has raised serious concerns within EUROMIL. The Paper was presented by the HRVP Kaja Kallas and Defence Commissioner Andrius Kubilius, with the aim to be a step into building a European …
BUAFWA meets the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Bulgaria
*Cover Photo Copyright: Bulgarian MOD The Bulgarian Armed Forces Women’s Association (BUAFWA) met with the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Bulgaria, Atanas Zapryanov, on March 10 at the Ministry of Defence. The Minister expressed appreciation for the contributions of women in uniform to the development of military capabilities …
EUROMIL Welcomes the 6 March Council Conclusions on European Defence and Support to Ukraine
EUROMIL welcomes the conclusions of the 6 March European Council special meeting, which reaffirm the EU’s unwavering support for Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. European leaders underscored their solidarity with Ukraine and stressed that Ukraine should be included in any peace talks for their country. The leaders are also …
International Women’s Day: Women as Agents of Change in Conflict Resolution
On 4 March, ahead of International Women’s Day, the European Parliament Partnership Team organized a panel discussion on “Women as Agents of Change in Conflict Resolution.” The event gathered key voices advocating for women’s essential role in peacebuilding, featuring MEP Lina Gálvez, UN Women, Action Aid, European Movement International, and …
Increase in Remuneration of Military Personnel in Spain
The Ministry of Defence has announced a salary increase for military personnel in all categories of €200 linear. AUME positively values this increase in salaries, although it considers that it falls very short in relation to the loss of purchasing power suffered by the group. AUME maintains its claim to …