Security sector transformation in the Czech Republic
Security sector transformation in the Czech Republic

Summary/Abstract: The transformation of the security sector occurred as part of complex changes to the political regime in the Czech Republic, changes to state sovereignty and profound changes in the security environment. Since 1993, the military sector has been undergoing permanent transformation. The process has converted the Czech Army from a mass army intended for territorial defense to small sized armed forces whose anticipated deployment will primarily be in expeditionary operations under the auspices of various international organizations. The homeland security sector was confronted with the grim legacy of the communist repressive apparatus. Nevertheless, the reform of homeland security occurred without a clear conceptual multi-department framework. In fact, the police reform has yet to finish; there are also discussions on the aptness of the selected system of intelligence agencies.

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