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Defence Directive 2019

Main directions for 2019:

1. Assessment of the security environment and its adaptation.
2. Improvement of legal framework,
3. Development and modernization of defense and infrastructure capacities,
4. Motivating staff and increasing professionalism,
5. Continuation of engagements, active role and credibility in international arena,
6. Effectiveness in Civil Emergency Management and Community Assistance,
7. Increase transparency from all structures of the Armed Forces.

Defence Directive 2019 as pdf file


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