Ukrainan neighbour buys 100 American tanks and prepares Defense Law to ready citizens for conflict

Voluntary Military Service is key to new bill, the President says.

War preparedness law nearly ready

President Nicușor Dan announced Tuesday that a new law on preparing the population for war will soon be sent by the government to parliament, according to Digi 24.

The legislation is designed to strengthen national defense at a time of rising security concerns.

Voluntary military service at the core

The president emphasized that the most important change in the proposed law is the introduction of voluntary military service, funded by the Romanian state.

Citizens who choose to participate would receive both training and financial support.

A broad-spectrum approach to defense

According to Dan, the law covers “the entire spectrum of preparing the population.”

This includes measures that go beyond military service, addressing multiple layers of readiness for potential conflict.

According to Reuters, the Romanian Defence Ministry is planning to buy 100 Abrams tanks and other important military equipment for roughly $7 billion.

Government to submit bill soon

Dan said the government is expected to forward the draft legislation to parliament “in a very short time.”

This signals that the proposal is at an advanced stage and will soon enter the legislative process.

Romania is increasing its millitary spending

According to The Global Economy, Romania spent around 1,86% of their gdp on the millitary in 2021

Acording to Romania-insider.com in 2024 Romanian defence spending was 2,26% of gdp

This trend follows the wave of military investment seen across other European countries.

Romania is also a member of NATO, which requires its members to spend at least 5 % of their GDP on defense by 2030 (3,5 % on actual defense, 1,5 % on security investments in infrastructure and digital).

Focus on citizen participation

By creating a voluntary system rather than mandatory conscription, the government hopes to encourage citizens to take part willingly.

The goal is to build a trained reserve force without triggering widespread resistance to compulsory service.

State-funded incentives

The fact that the program will be financed by the state underscores its importance.

Paid service could attract participants who see it not only as a civic duty but also as an opportunity for skills, discipline, and stable income.

National security in the spotlight

President Dan’s remarks highlight the increasing urgency placed on national security in Romania.

With this law, the government is signaling that defense readiness is now.

This clearly shows that Romania also recognizes the growing need for increased military spending.

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