The mandatory military service returns? Spain and other European countries could recover the Mil
In the context of growth Geopolitical instability current, the possibility of Reintroduce mandatory military service He started raising in Europe and other world regions. THE War in UkraineTensions with Russia and uncertainty about the United States military support have guided countries such as Poland or Germany to collect drastic measures for Strengthen your protection.
Located on the eastern side of the TakePoland is one of the countries that has taken guidance in this debate. A few weeks ago, the Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced before Parliament a plan to provide Military training to “All adult men” With the aim of creating an army of 500,000 troops, including reservists, a Disgrace Russian aggression.
“The work is done on the preparation of large -scale military training for all adult men in Poland, which will help convert civilians into soldiers and rights during a conflict,” said Tusk.
In Germany, the spokesperson for defense policy, Florian Hahnhe is also supporting Reintroduce mandatory military service before the end of the year. “We cannot be with our arms crossed while the world around us becomes more insecure,” he told “Bild”.
The announcement responds to growth Concern for the war in Ukraine and the different calls of the President of the United States, Donald Trumpthose member countries of NATO Increase your contribution to the alliance At least 5% of the gross domestic product (GDP).
Could Mil return to Spain?
In Spain, the idea of Reintroduce mandatory military service It seems to be out of the table. However, the trend of European countries is to open that debate because of the situation that the continent is going through. In statements to “Euronews”, Manuel Gazapo, The doctor of international relations and the institutional director of the Universe, claims that the European Union (EU) worked as a “security bubble” which could be at risk due to internal divisions and external threats.
“That security bubble in which we live in the European Union and in particular Spain It can end up exploding At one point, “says Gazapo, underlining the need to reflect on Preparation of citizens Faced with an “agitated sea” of geopolitical and economic challenges.
A military service adapted to the 21st century
Gazapo believes that, to recover military service, this should be adapted to the 21st century. “It must be a military one who starts from the concept of culture of security and defense”, he explains, supporting a training that prepares citizens for different scenarios and not only for a traditional war “, from armed conflicts to natural disasters such as Floods in Valencia Terrorist attacks, “he explains.
“It is not just about taking a rifle and putting a bulletproof jacket, but knowing how to evacuate our loved ones, protect, react and control the masses“, Underlines. Gazapo also highlights the importance of the incentives:” It must be paid, you are part of the price so that when you withdraw, those months or that year you have dedicated to the state recognizes it. “
Does military service in Latin America make sense?
In Latin America, the difference in the geopolitical and economic contexts of each country complicates the application of a unique model, since the threats are very different. In nations such as Colombia Face the Narcoterrorismwhile others, like Chileface natural catastrophes recurrent.
Gazapo claims that adapted military service could be relevant throughout the region, not only for war conflicts, but to encourage to Security culture proactive. “It is not necessary that a continent is at war cultivating the culture of security and defense,” he says, highlighting that the preparation of citizens can anticipate the crisis political or environmental.
However, Gazapo insists that any initiative should start as a volunteer and adapt to the specific needs of each country. “That mandatory military service should be raised as a Proposal for security and defense culture Optional and make it mandatory when the context justifies it “, recommends.
The reintroduction of military serviceIn Europe or Latin America, it faces significant obstacles. In Spain, The lack of political consent Could stop your acceptance. In Latin America, economic limits and local priorities vary considerably, which hinders a common implementation. Even like this, Gazapo’s proposal and the example of Poland suggest that modernized military service could be a valuable tool for Strengthen the safety of citizens and prepare for the crisis of different natures.
