Military’s mental armamentrium in national and alliance defence
Military’s mental armamentrium in national and alliance defence

Summary/Abstract: Romania is increasing its national and alliance defense capabilities. This is a key element of the “turning point” proclaimed by the Romanian Minister of Defense Angel Tilvar in response to Russia’s war against Ukraine: :”We are interested in the Romanian Army having the best capabilities that allow exercising its duties and carry-out the entrusted duties” (Tudor, 2023). The most recent resolutions in NATO and the EU point in the same direction: a free Europe should become more defensive. This aspect not only requires more financial resources, material and personnel, but also the appropriate mentality in politics, society and armed forces. Aswar mentality has no longer been the focus of the Army since the second world war ceased, this calls for rethink of the Romanian armed forces. It is important to internalize a strategic defense mindset so that troops can effectively fulfill their mission to protect democracy and

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