Slovenia Abolishes the Draft
Slovenia Abolishes the Draft
Author(s): Ales GaubeSubject(s): Politics
Published by: Transitions Online
Keywords: Slovenia; military service; NATO; Anton Rop; army
Summary/Abstract: The day of 9 September unexpectedly became one to rejoice for many of Slovenia’s young men. On that date, the Slovenian Defense Ministry abolished its seven-month compulsory military service policy, paving the way for professional armed forces to defend the country as it prepares for NATO accession in 2004.
Journal: Transitions Online
- Issue Year: 2003
- Issue No: 09/16
- Page Range: On Line
- Page Count: 1
- Language: English
- Content File-PDF
