Understanding Civil-Military Relations and Democratic Transitions
Explore the dynamics of civil-military relations, transitions to democracy, and the characteristics of armed forces in a democratic government. From historical examples to present-day principles, learn the importance of a competent, neutral, and respected defense force in upholding democratic values.
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Democratic Civil-Military Relations US-Japan Conference on Myanmar March 25, 2015
Civil-Military Relations Purpose: An effective armed forces Armed forces that do not threaten or oppress the people Civil-military relations are unique in each country Civil-military relations are dynamic in each country
Transitions to Democracy Often Take Time Spain 1975: Death of President/General Franco 1989: Military reform legislation passed 2014: Accountability proposals Philippines 1986: President Marcos departs 1990s: Numerous military coup attempts Chile 1988: President/General Pinochet loses plebiscite 2004: The Chilean Army: The End of a Vision African colonies 1956 1992: Colonial rule ended 2013: Few stable democracies
Armed Forces in a Democracy Armed Forces in a democracy are competent, honest and respected defenders of the nation s interest, loyal and responsive to the elected national government
Characteristics of armed forces in a democratic government 1. Established in the constitution and legal code of their nation; 2. Assigned the primary mission of external defense - domestic missions conducted under strict controls; 3. Representative of the ethnic, regional , religious and tribal makeup of their country; 4. Politically neutral; 5. Supervised by competent ministries of defense; 6. Supported by a national budget, administered without corruption compensation fair and adequate; 7. Respected by the people and promoted based on merit.
