Ruben Brekelmans and the Urgent Call for Additional Military Personnel in Defensienota
Thursday, 5 September 2024, 19:30
Ruben Brekelmans Addresses Military Personnel Shortages
The recently presented Defensienota outlines pressing concerns regarding the military's capacity to fulfill its obligations. Minister Ruben Brekelmans has pointed out that as substantial investments are made towards modernizing the armed forces, there will be a critical need for more personnel to operate the incoming tanks, aircraft, and weapon systems.
Defensienota Highlights
- The necessity to reinstate a form of dienstplicht (military conscription).
- Concerns about meeting NATO troop demands in the event of a serious conflict.
- The message conveyed by both Brekelmans and State Secretary Tuinman emphasizes a holistic approach.
In conclusion, the Defensienota indicates that the reliance solely on current beroepsmilitairen (professional soldiers) and reservists is inadequate.
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