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 …
MSC 2025: A defining moment for the future of European security and traditional transatlantic relations
The 61st Munich Security Conference (MSC), held from February 14–16, 2025, proved to be a decisive moment in global security discussions. With pressing issues such as Ukraine, transatlantic relations, and European defence autonomy at the forefront, the conference highlighted deepening divisions between the U.S. and Europe and the pressing need …
European Commission work program 2025: Towards a European Defence Union
The European Commission presented its work program for 2025 entitled “Moving forward together: a Bolder, Simpler, Faster Union”, outlining a broad set of initiatives aimed at strengthening the EU’s strategic autonomy and overall capacities. While the program prioritizes simplification to drive investment and competitiveness through measures such as the Omnibus …
The firing of US Inspectors General and the possible consequences!
President Donald Trump’s decision to fire several Inspectors General (IGs) from key federal agencies has prompted a flurry of public statements about government accountability and the need for independent oversight in the United States. Among those affected are the inspectors general of the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Department …
Working Time Directive Now Covers Irish Defence Forces Personnel
The Tánaiste and Minister for Defence, Micheál Martin TD, and Minister for Enterprise, Trade & Employment, Peter Burke TD, have announced the implementation of the Working Time Directive (WTD) for Irish Defence Forces personnel. This significant reform ensures statutory protections under the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997, for Defence …
Rutte’s Hearing at the European Parliament: Balancing Defence and Social Systems
The hearing of NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the European Parliament on Monday 13 January 2025, highlighted critical issues about Europe’s defence spending and its broader implications. Rutte’s call for increased defence investment is timely given the current geopolitical threats, but it also raises questions about balancing this with …
EUROMIL welcomes the development of a fully fledged Security and Defence Committee
The European Parliament has voted for the upgrade of the subcommittee on Security and Defence to a full standing committee, reflecting the importance in addressing Europe’s security challenges. This change, alongside the establishment of other new committees, was proposed by President Metsola and political group leaders to align with citizen …
From Boots to Books: A Soldier’s Journey to a New Career
“From Boots to Books: A Soldier’s Journey to a New Career”: This article from CS Denmark shares the inspiring story of a Danish soldier who turned a challenging situation into a new beginning. While preparing to leave the armed forces, they chose instead to upskill and prepare for a new …
Priorities of the Polish Presidency of the EU Council
On 1st January, Poland takes over the Presidency of the EU Council. The six-month Polish Presidency follows Hungary, and will be followed by Denmark from 1 July till 31 December 2025. The Polish presidency will focus on 7 main priorities: Defence and Security Protection of people and borders Resistance to …
News from Portugal
The Association of Junior Rates (AP), at the invitation of the President of the National Defence Commission, Deputy Pedro Pessanha, was present on December 3rd, at a hearing in the Assembly of the Republic, at the request of the Parliamentary Group of the Socialist Party Questions about recruitment, retention and …