Specifically, it is proposed to amend the Disciplinary Code of the Armed Forces by adding the two grounds mentioned above, in order to explicitly establish them as violations of military discipline.
In addition, the period during which disciplinary action may be taken will be extended from six to 12 months from the date the offense was committed. The Ministry of Defense explains this by the need to account for the complexity of certain official investigations, as well as cases where service members are undergoing training or attending courses abroad, participating in international missions, or taking part in extended military exercises.
New Protections for Service Members
Another change concerns service members who are eligible for a retirement pension based on years of service. They will be able to re-enlist for a term of up to five years. According to the Ministry of Defense, this measure will help retain service members with extensive professional experience while meeting the National Army’s personnel needs.
In addition, service members who have been discharged from military service upon reaching the maximum age for military service, who are eligible for a pension, and who live alone in service housing will not be subject to eviction under the conditions provided for by law.
The Ministry of Defense notes that, overall, the proposed changes are aimed at clarifying the responsibilities and rules applicable to military personnel, ensuring consistency in legislation, and adapting the regulatory framework to the current conditions under which the military system operates.
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