Dé belangenbehartiger van alle Europese militairen
De Europese Organisatie van Militaire Verenigingen (EUROMIL) spant zich in voor de sociale en professionele belangen van alle militairen binnen alle rangen in Europa. EUROMIL vormt een Europese koepelorganisatie van in totaal 34 vakbonden en vakcentrales, die de belangen behartigen van militair personeel in 22 landen. Het EUROMIL-hoofdkantoor bevindt zich in Brussel.
Namens Nederland zijn de AFMP en de MARVER bij EUROMIL aangesloten. Dit doen zij vanuit hun solidariteit met de militaire bonden uit alle Europese landen en natuurlijk met al het hierbij aangesloten militair personeel. Via diverse lobbytrajecten oefent EUROMIL invloed uit op het NAVO- en EU-beleid en op de Europese sociale wet- en regelgeving. Een goed voorbeeld hiervan zijn tien aanbevelingen van EUROMIL, die de NAVO enkele jaren terug heeft overgenomen en nu hanteert bij de planning van missies. Ook de huidige beschermende regels voor goede arbeidsomstandigheden en daaraan gerelateerde wetten voor militairen zijn te danken aan de inspanningen van EUROMIL. Nederlandse militairen zijn hiervan anno 2022 steeds minder uitgezonderd. De wetten vormen een nationale uitwerking van Europese wetgeving, waarin mede dankzij de lobby van EUROMIL in de afgelopen decennia ook steeds meer zaken voor militairen zijn opgenomen.
EUROMIL waarborgt een goede sociale dialoog tussen de Europese militaire bonden. Door deze dialoog, waaraan de AFMP en de MARVER natuurlijk hun steentje bijdragen, ontpopt EUROMIL zich de laatste jaren tot veel meer dan een lobbyorganisatie. Niet voor niets vormt deze organisatie vandaag de dag een serieuze gesprekspartner aan de Europese overlegtafel. Op politiek-strategisch niveau in Europa wordt er dan ook steeds meer geluisterd naar wat EUROMIL als Europese belangenbehartiger voor militairen allemaal te vertellen heeft. De afgelopen jaren namen militaire vertegenwoordigers van de NAVO en politieke vertegenwoordigers van het Europese parlement ook de moeite om tijdens de Presidiums van EUROMIL met leden de dialoog aan te gaan over diverse relevante onderwerpen.
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18 juni 2024 - EUROMIL calls for European leaders to prioritize the safety and living conditions of security personnel. The statement of Emmanuel Jacob, President of EUROMIL, follows the discovery of inhumane conditions on the Mykonos Magic cruise ship, which was supposed to host 2.600 security agents for the G7 summit. Mr Jacob emphasized the need for proper accommodations and working conditions for those protecting high-profile events, urging leaders to take immediate corrective measures.
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The Washington D.C. NATO Summit: EUROMIL’s call to action for military recruitment and retention!
10 juni 2024 - The upcoming NATO Summit in Washington on 9 – 11 July 2024 is set to make significant announcements regarding the enhancement of defense production capacity for the alliance It should also be noted that high level US representatives underscore that quickly restocking military warehouses in Europe and the U.S. has been a pressing concern for NATO policymakers since the initial large shipments of weapons started flowing into Ukraine in early 2022.
The focus will be on multinational procurement, co-production with Ukraine, and ensuring that defense stocks are rapidly replenished. The summit aims to align NATO’s defense plans with industry needs, assuring long-term demand signals. Additionally, air defense systems for Ukraine will be a critical topic, with initiatives led by US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to procure more systems and integrate them effectively.
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PFEARFU: Seminar on Domestic Violence
10 juni 2024 - A seminar on the topic of Domestic Violence: The Social Responsibility of the Armed Forces in Preventing and Addressing the Phenomenon was successfully organized by PFEARFU and its Gender Equality Secretariat on Wednesday, June 5th.
The seminar focused on domestic violence both within and outside the Armed Forces and included the presentation of a Concise Guide for Assistance and Protection & an Informative Guide for the Prevention and Handling of Domestic Violence in the Armed Forces.
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Controversial campaign tactics: the use of military imagery in the European elections
10 juni 2024 - In the lead-up to the recent European elections, a controversial visual campaign by the French Rassemblement National (RN) sparked significant debate and condemnation from various quarters. The image, posted on the social media platform X in early June, depicted an individual in uniform with the caption, I am a gendarme/soldier, I vote Bardella, referencing the RN’s lead candidate Jordan Bardella. This post not only aimed to garner support but also stirred significant controversy regarding the appropriate use of military imagery in political campaigns.
General Christian Rodriguez, the head of the National Gendarmerie, was among the first to publicly denounce the visual. He took to social media to express his disapproval, calling the publication “unacceptable” and reminding the RN that military personnel are prohibited by their status from engaging in such political endorsements. Rodriguez’s tweet, which was retweeted over 2.000 times, highlighted the need to respect the duty of reserve expected of military members, especially during election periods.
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Seminar on Military-Status Police Officers – Spain, 5-6 June
7 juni 2024 - On 5-6 June 2024, the University of Castilla-La Mancha (UCLM) hosted a seminar titled “Policías con Estatuto Militar” (Police Officers with Military Status). This event provided a platform to explore the unique legal, operational, and historical aspects of police forces operating under a military framework. Key speakers included representatives from among others EUROMIL, EuroCOP, AUME, and AUGC.
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A call to action: Unwavering support for Ukraine in the face of brutal Russian aggression
3 juni 2024 - Several members of EUROMIL, have received a heart-wrenching message from our contacts and friends in Ukraine. This plea, rooted in the harsh realities of the ongoing war, calls for global attention and support to stop the brutal invasion and behavior perpetrated by Russia. We must amplify these voices and remind the world of the dire situation faced by Ukrainians.
“This is what happens if Russia comes to your home, and you try to protect it,” reads the message. The author, Halyna Kavun, appeals to colleagues and friends abroad, expressing regret for having to mention them but emphasizing the necessity of doing so. They are alarmed by the diminishing coverage of the war in the foreign press, highlighting comments from readers questioning if the war is still ongoing. “It terrifies me because the war is gaining momentum, but our voices are heard less and less.”
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NATO Parliamentary Assembly’s dual declarations: Supporting Ukraine and shaping NATO’s future
28 mei 2024 - In a timely move, the NATO Parliamentary Assembly (NATO PA) has adopted two significant declarations at its Plenary Sitting of the Spring Session 2024 in Sofia, Bulgaria. The declarations 489 and 490 collectively emphasize unwavering support for Ukraine amidst Russian aggression and outline a strategic vision for NATO’s future.
The recent NATO PA meetings in Sofia have yielded significant and impactful declarations. However, the responsibility now lies with the parliamentarians to ensure that these declarations are thoroughly discussed and supported within their national parliaments and finally lead to concrete actions. Additionally, heads of governments and states will need to play a crucial role in advancing these discussions and commitments at the upcoming Washington Summit in July.
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Portuguese Military Associations want to be heard by the Minister of Defence on careers and wages
27 mei 2024 - On Saturday 25 May 2024, the Armed Forces’ Sergeants’, Officers’ and Enlisteds’ associations, unanimously approved a motion to hand over to the Minister of Defence, who they hope to hear from soon, about wages and careers.
This position was conveyed to journalists at a press conference at the Santo Amaro Academy in Lisbon, at the end of a meeting organised by the boards of the National Sergeants’ Association, the Armed Forces Officers’ Association and the Enlisteds’ Association, on their socio-professional conditions. All these three organizations representing military personnel are members of EUROMIL.
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AFMP liep mee in mars ter herdenking van Anjerrevolutie
24 mei 2024 - Een afvaardiging van de AFMP en onze zusterbond MARVER nam op de dag voorafgaand aan de 129e AV van EUROMIL, de Europese Organisatie van Militaire Verenigingen, deel aan een mars in Lissabon ter herdenking van de Anjerrevolutie op 25 april 1974, precies 50 jaar eerder dus. Het leger beëindigde destijds de dictatuur in het land, iets wat ongebruikelijk is bij revoluties en coups. In Portugal worden militairen daarom beschouwd als beschermers van het volk en de democratie.
Grote belangstelling
Met de nodige vertraging ging de mars van start. De publieke belangstelling hiervoor was namelijk onverwacht groot en ook wilden groepen meelopen die zich van tevoren niet hadden aangemeld. Volgens een voorzichtige schatting kwamen minimaal 100.000 belangstellenden op de mars af, maar waarschijnlijk waren dit er meer. Onder groot applaus van de toeschouwers namen twee pantservoertuigen de koppositie bij de mars in.
Portugese kameraden
De lopers in de EUROMIL-groep droegen een wit shirt en wit petje met hierop het EUROMIL-logo. De eerste rij mensen droeg een spandoek met de tekst ‘Estamos ao lado dos nossos camaradas portugueses, ofwel in het Nederlands ‘Wij steunen onze Portugese kameraden’. De mars verliep in een goede sfeer. Regelmatig zongen alle aanwezigen het in Portugal bekende Lied van de bevrijding. Voor onze afvaardiging was het mooi en indrukwekkend om de mars ter herdenking van de Anjerrevolutie mee te maken.
Gepubliceerd in op 24 mei 2024 verzonden AFMP-nieuwsbrief.
News from CS
2 mei 2024 - The Danish government, together with most of the parties in the Danish Parliament, has made an agreement for the Defense for the next nine years. The agreement covers up to 2033 but is divided into small chunks, called partial agreements, for the entire period. On Tuesday, the politicians came to an agreement on partial settlement 2, where almost DKK 90 billion Danish kroner, will be used for several new initiatives.
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EUROMIL holds its 129th General Assembly meeting
29 april 2024 - On 26 April, EUROMIL held its 129th General Assembly meeting in Lisbon (Portugal) hosted by our members associations ANS, AOFA and AP. EUROMIL President, Mr Emmanuel Jacob opened the conference by welcoming the members and underlining the importance of the 50th anniversary of the Carnation Revolution, a significant event in Portugal’s history, and acknowledging the crucial role played by military personnel in it. In this context, the President underlined the need for synchronised rights and protections for service members across Europe, especially considering the challenges faced by military personnel in the current security environment.
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EUROMIL Declaration on Ukraine
26 april 2024 - During the 129th EUROMIL General Assembly held in Lisbon (Portugal), in the presence of the Ukrainian Union of Military and Security (UUMS) delegation, the Assembly discussed and endorsed a Declaration on Ukraine. The Declaration echoes the objectives of the ETUC Ukraine Summit Declaration from Lublin (Poland) of 23 April 2024.
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News from Deutscher BundeswehrVerband (DBwV)
26 april 2024 - Parliamentary evening: Defence Minister Pistorius emphasises constructive and trusting cooperation with the DBwV.
The German Armed Forces Association once again hosted its annual Parliamentary Evening at the Berlin Museum of Communication. Federal Chairman Colonel André Wüstner was once again able to welcome Defence Minister Boris Pistorius to the high-calibre event. The evening proved once again how extraordinarily important the DBwV is, especially in these times of war and crisis.
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75 years of NATO: time to reflect!
4 april 2024 - On 4 April 1949 twelve countries (Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, the United Kingdom, and the United States) signed in Washington D.C. the North Atlantic Treaty.
As the representative umbrella organisation of European military personnel, EUROMIL extends its best congratulations on this historic occasion, reaching the remarkable milestone of 75 years of unwavering commitment to peace, security, and cooperation among nations.
Over the past seven and a half decades, NATO has played an essential role in ensuring the security and stability of the Euro-Atlantic region and beyond. From its inception in the aftermath of World War II to the present day, NATO stood as a beacon of unity, strength, and resilience in the face of evolving security challenges.
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National Congress ITAMIL
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The Congress came at the same moment as the official announcement that ITAMIL has been recognised under the new law as a representative organisation representing the Army, counting almost 4% of members. “I’m happy to learn that meanwhile, ITAMIL has not only reached the 2% barrier but now stands at 4% of the Army’s strength. I want to congratulate ITAMIL’s leadership for that as well as all delegates and members that made this possible” EUROMIL’s President Emmanuel Jacob said in his speech addressing the Congress. George Zgardanas, Board Member of EUROMIL and representing the Greek association PFEARFU added that “this milestone demonstrates the commitment and perseverance that the ITAMIL trade union has dedicated to its representatives. The work carried out by ITAMIL, especially in the context of a representation law that we know is not adequate, is a key element in protecting the rights of members of the Army.”
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News from our Ukrainian colleagues (UUMS)
24 maart 2024 - The Ukrainian Union of Military and Security (UUMS) started publishing a series of information on the current situation in Ukraine.
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Reflecting on the EU Strategic Compass: a two-year assessment!
21 maart 2024 - As the European Union’s Strategic Compass approaches its second anniversary, it is time to reflect on its impact and assess where Europe stands in terms of its strategic goals and aspirations. The Strategic Compass, adopted in March 2022, one month after the start of the Russian aggression against Ukraine, was a landmark document designed to provide the EU with a common vision and direction addressing current and future challenges. Let’s once again have a look at the significance of the Strategic Compass for Europe and what progress has been made in its implementation.
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Event: How will the European Elections Influence the Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP)
21 maart 2024 - EUROMIL in cooperation with together.eu organised on the 20th of March a two panel event discussions to address and analyse how the current geopolitical environment has affected European defence, as well as the fact that the European elections come at a pivotal moment for the future of CSDP.
At the beginning of the event, Olivia Serra (Officer responsible for Communication and Institutional campaigns – DG COMM European Parliament) presented together.eu and the actions that they have been taken to engage citizens amid the upcoming European Elections.
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News from CS
18 maart 2024 - The Danish Prime Minister, Defense Minister and Foreign Minister has recently presented the Danish governments plans for further military investments.
Among further investments in the military, including building up a heavy brigade with up to 6ooo soldiers and more equipment and material, the government is proposing a more robust conscription from 2026 including both men and women. The serving period will also be extended from four to 11 months. Women in Denmark can already volunteer for military service. In 2023, they made up about a quarter of the cohort.
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Reaction of EUROMIL on the situation in Serbia
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EUROMIL Welcomes the adoption of CSDP annual report
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In the ever-evolving landscape of global security, the appointment of a European Commissioner for Defence is a critical decision that should not be taken lightly. As the European Union strives to assert itself as a unified force on the international stage, and thus the competence and expertise of its leaders has become paramount. Unfortunately, the possible installation of a European Commissioner with a focus solely on the defence industry, rather than military engagement, operations, and personnel, represents a missed opportunity that can have far-reaching consequences.
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Munich Security Conference 2024: Build Peace Through Dialogue
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After many years of absence, EUROMIL’s President Emmanuel Jacob was invited again to participate at this year’s 60th anniversary edition. He participated the full three days from the opening until the closing session at the high-level conference. However, providing a detailed overview of three days debates, side event, bilateral formal and informal meeting is impossible, it is essential to underline the importance of this year’s conference. Let just this be the motto of the Munich Security Conference: debating international security and hereby building peace through dialogue!
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CAOA Celebrates its 15th Anniversary
8 februari 2024 - The Cyprus Army Officers Association (CAOA) celebrated its 15th anniversary with a gala dinner on Tuesday, January 30, 2024. The event was attended by the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr. Nikos Christodoulidis, whose address stated that Officers are on the frontline of the National Guard and that CAOA’s proposals are included in the Government’s program. CAOA is expressing its gratitude to its members and all the distinguished guests who attended the event both from Cyprus and Greece. Likewise, the Association is expressing its gratitude to its members for their undivided and continuous support, something vital to the Association Board so as to continue working for the greater benefit of the military personnel in Cyprus and the National Guard.
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EUROMIL meets with AUME and AUGC in Madrid
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Val Duchesse summit sets path out of social dialogue gridlock
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The envoy will support social dialogue at national and European level, as well as responding to breakdowns in social dialogue raised jointly by the social partners through a new alert system.
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Ledenmagazines OpLinie & Interventie
In het vier keer per jaar verschijnende ledenmagazine OpLinie van de AFMP en het ledenmagazine Interventie van de MARVER besteden we regelmatig aandacht aan de inspanningen van EUROMIL. Zo tref je in de komende juli-uitgave van beide bladen een uitgebreid verslag aan van de recente 129e Algemene Vergadering van EUROMIL in Lissabon.
OpLinie of Interventie kun je trouwens ook online lezen via AFMP.nl of Marver.nl.