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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …