Germany: New Draft Law on Military Service Criticised by DBwV
On 27 August 2025, the German Federal Cabinet adopted the draft Wehrdienst-Modernisierungsgesetz (Modernization of Military Service Act). The initiative is presented by the German government as a key step to strengthen the Bundeswehr’s personnel base and to move closer to NATO’s long-term capability targets. The draft law focuses on the …
AUGC Raises Sexual Violence Case of Civil Guard to UN
AUGC reports to the UN the lack of protection and violation of rights of a female civil guard who was a victim of sexual violence within the institution AUGC reports to the United Nations the inaction of the Civil Guard, which left a victim of sexual violence unprotected and violated …
A Balanced View on Peace and Security
The recent joined multi-movement declaration by ITUC and others and call to action, speaks of peace, freedom, equality, and social justice which are goals we all share. Furthermore, EUROMIL fully supports values such as human rights, decent work, and democratic societies. It is difficult to imagine anyone who would not …
Veteran Employment in Ukraine: Rights, Not Quotas Alone
In Ukraine, our colleagues from the Military-Security Trade Union are actively contributing to a clear and constructive vision for the employment of veterans. Their work is rooted in a simple but essential principle: the veteran’s will to work must be the starting point. Veterans want to work, and it is …
Building Bridges for Military Rights: Highlights from the Rome Conference
Rome, 5–6 June 2025 – EUROMIL co-led a landmark international conference on “Union Protections in European Military Corps: A Comparison for the Future,” hosted by the Italian associations NSC (Nuovo Sindacato Carabinieri) and SIAMO Esercito, with the cooperation of ASSODIPRO. The event brought together legal experts, academics, and political and …
PFEARFU’s intervention in Parliament on the Ministry of National Defense bill
PFEARFU recently made a significant intervention in the Hellenic Parliament regarding the Ministry of National Defence’s new bill on the regulation of health issues for the Armed Forces and related provisions. A delegation, led by President Ilias Kolliris, presented the Federation’s positions and proposals on crucial matters concerning the health …
Security and Values: Why Climate and Inclusion Still Matter
As reported by Politico, NATO is quietly weakening its stance on climate, gender, and diversity in internal documents — a precautionary move designed to avoid potential backlash from the U.S. administration. While some may consider this a pragmatic strategy to maintain cohesion among all 32 member states, it signals a …
EUROMIL Presents Landmark Decision on Trade Union Rights for Military Personnel in Portugal
On 6 March 2025, the European Organisation of Military Associations and Trade Unions (EUROMIL) publicly presented the Decision on the Merits in the case EUROMIL v. Portugal, issued by the European Committee of Social Rights (ECSR). The ruling confirms that Portugal’s restrictions on trade union rights for military personnel violate …
EUROMIL Meets with Ukraine’s Anti-Corruption Leaders to Discuss Defence Reforms
On 30 January 2025, EUROMIL representatives met in Brussels with key figures from the Independent Anti-Corruption Commission (NAKO) and the Public Anti-Corruption Council (PAC) under Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense. The discussions focused on Ukraine’s ongoing defense reforms, anti-corruption initiatives, military personnel and veterans and the growing role of civil society …
SPAL: Advocating for Luxembourg’s Soldiers
The “Syndicat Professionnel de l’Armée luxembourgeoise” (SPAL), the largest union for Luxembourg’s armed forces, continues to address key challenges faced by military personnel. In a recent meeting with the Déi Gréng party (The Greens), SPAL highlighted pressing issues, including dissatisfaction among volunteer soldiers over statutory changes, concerns about the RICO …