Same Duties – Different Treatment?
The Lithuanian armed forces announced a month ago the arrival of 130 US troops. Lithuania will act as a host country and in consequence be obliged to take care of US troop’s meals, accommodation and other necessary logistics. Laimonas Jakas of the Soldier Rights Defense Center (KTGC) explains that this …
Recruitment in the Belgian Armed Forces
Abstract – Since January 2014, the Belgian defense has been recruiting at two different levels, after the modification of the statute of the soldiers. On the one hand, defense maintains a professional status (contract until pension), on the other hand it provides to some soldiers a contract for a period …
President Girolamo Foti’s 10 Point End-of-Year Speech
Abstract – On 31 December 2015, the President of LR, Girolamo Foti, delivered his end-of-the-year speech in Palermo. He pointed out the achievements of LR over the past 1 ½ years of existence and shared his vision for the future of the association as a driver of change and solidarity. …
Attractiveness of the German Armed Forces
Abstract – In May 2015 a law entered into force in Germany which aims at improving social conditions (working time, pension systems etc.) of servicemen and -women and making the army more attractive as an employer. The original text is available hereunder and full details about the law can be …
Meeting with Swedish MEP
Abstract – Facilitated by Rudolf Schmelzer, a member of the German Armed Forces Association (DBwV), Ahmet Zengin, the President of the Turkish Military Union (TAS) met with Bodil Valero. Ms. Valero is a Swedish Member of the European Parliament, dealing with the EU relations with Turkey in her capacity as …
ATME Digital
Abstract – ATME has a new digital magazine, offering another point of view: Experiences from members, aims of the association, interviews and more. The original text is available hereunder. For further information please contact ATME. ATME Digital El objetivo de esta revista digital no es otro que acercaros de la …
Wind of Change
Abstract – Pepe and Paco, two comrades at the Air Force, talk about their current concerns regarding the military career. Their discussion takes place in the framework of the economic crisis that is currently ravaging Spain, particularly its younger generation. In this informal dialogue, Pepe, the optimist, and Paco, the …
Promising New Struggles for the Greek Military
A peaceful demonstration of military and police forces, including retired personnel, took place on 20 November 2015 in Athens. The protesters marched towards the Ministry of Finance and the Greek parliament, where a resolution and demands were handed over. “We gathered to protest massively and to express our rage and …
Appointment of the President of SOVCG in the Social Council of Montenegro
Abstract – President of the “Trade Union of Defense and Army of Montenegro”, Mr.Nenad Cobeljic, has become a member of the Social Council of Montenegro. Mr. Cobeljic’s appointment opens the opportunity to directly protect and promote the interests of the employees in the armed forces of Montenegro and the Ministry …
Goodbye to Emilio
EUROMIL was deeply saddened to learn that Emilio Ammiraglia, President of ASSODIPRO (Italy), passed away on 20 October 2015. Many of you met Emilio during one of the Presidium Meetings he attended as the President of his association, which he led for more than 20 years. In this painful moment, …