Climate, Crisis and Defence – Keeping the Military’s Mission Clear
NATO’s crisis management procedures are clear: military forces may support civilian authorities in exceptional situations, but only as a last resort when other resources are exhausted. This principle is worth recalling at a time when, in the United States, the Pentagon is considering creating a dedicated force for handling civil …
Europeans Indifferent About Democracy, EMI study finds
The article was originally published by Politico. A new study by the European Movement International finds that while Europeans are increasingly sceptical with democracy, there is strong support for deeper EU cooperation on security and defence. Nearly half of respondents across seven major EU countries (Germany, France, Poland, Romania, Italy, …
In Portugal, after the complaint presented by EUROMIL…
On June 25, 2025, dozens of military personnel answered the call of the Professional Military Associations (APM) for a meeting in the auditorium of the Santo Amaro Academy, in Lisbon. In the light of the recent decision by the European Committee of Social Rights to give effect to the “right …
The historic breakthrough promoted by the AUGC is now law: the reform protecting employment after permanent disability has been published in the Official State Gazette
AUGC celebrates the entry into force of a law that protects the right to maintain employment through adaptation or change of assignment, and which will also benefit Armed Forces and National Police personnel. The Unified Association of Civil Guards (AUGC) celebrates the publication in the Official State Gazette of Law …
José Morata: “Returning to the Civil Guard is closing a cycle that began with repression and ends with dignity.”
Interview with José Morata, one of the founders of AUGC, civil guard expelled from the Corps who is now returning to his position: the Civil Guard. In a force where for decades speaking out was not allowed, José Morata was one of the first to do so. In the 1990s, …
Leadership Appointment: Dr. Nicole Schilling becomes Deputy Inspector General of the German Armed Forces
The German Federal Ministry of Defence has announced two changes to high-ranking military personnel: Dr Nicole Schilling, Surgeon General, will become Deputy Inspector General, while Major General Dr. Christian Freuding will become the new Inspector General of the Army. This makes Dr. Schilling the first woman to hold this post …
News from Greece: Military Personnel Included in Housing Allowance
PFEARFU achieved an immediate response from the Minister of Social Cohesion and Family regarding the housing allowance issue for military personnel. During a meeting on July 4, 2025, the request was made to include active-duty military personnel in the allowance, alongside other professional categories. The Minister committed to promptly consulting …
NATO and EUCO Boost Defence Goals: Money, Momentum but what about Manpower?
The recent NATO Summit in The Hague and the European Council (EUCO) meeting in Brussels marked a significant shift in European defence posture. While reaffirming core principles such as collective defence and transatlantic unity, both summits were dominated by one clear message: defence spending must rise and fast. NATO Allies …
MALTA: GWU signs Sectoral Agreement with AFM
In a decisive move to enhance the welfare of Malta’s military personnel, a ground-breaking sectoral agreement has been signed for 1,800 members of the Armed Forces of Malta. Described by Prime Minister Robert Abela as the most beneficial deal ever for the military, the agreement entails an impressive €70 million …
A dangerous bill, Amersfoort, The Netherlands – MARVER and AFMP
The Dutch minister of defence is preparing a law that could reduce Dutch soldiers to pawns without rights and restrict the fundamental rights of trade union representatives. This law is being sold as a necessity to get the armed forces back in order and filled with sufficient soldiers. The so-called …