The decision to equalize sex in the field of consumption was made in the context of the growing threat from Russia and the increase in military expenditure among NATO countries. Col. Kenneth Ström, head of the collection program, told Danish media that he was based on the “current security situation”. According to him, increasing the number of conscripts will lead to an increase in combat strength and will allow you to participate in collective stopping within NATO forces.
The reform also provides for the extension of the service from four to 11 months. The consumption will undergo a five -month basic training, followed by six -month operational service and additional classes. The Danish Ministry of National Defense expects that by 2033 military service will be carried out by 6.5 thousand. people per year, compared to 4.7 thousand last year.
The changes are part of the extensive restructuring of the military sector in Denmark. In February, the government announced the creation of a fund of $ 7 billion. to strengthen defense, which will increase the country's military expenses to over 3 percent. GDP this year.
