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Georgian Ministry of Defense outlines 2006 priorities
Breaking News published on 07/03/2006
Tbilisi, 7 March 2006 (Georgian Ministry of Defense Press Release) - The Georgian Ministry of Defense (MoD) posted a document outlining the Ministry’s priorities for the year 2006 on its website on March 6.
The document was published ahead of the Strategic Defence Review (SDR) document, which is expected to be completed this summer:
"This vision statement provides general guidance to the Ministry of Defence, Joint Staff and the Georgian Armed Forces (GAF) in performing our role as a primary element of national security. The vision, priority goals and objectives serve to frame and to shape the nature and direction of planning and development of defence capabilities and contributions. This vision statement guides the Ministry of Defence in a manner consistent with the vision of the President and the principles of the National Security Concept and the National Military Strategy. This document is intended for public consumption, to increase awareness and understanding of our efforts. This vision statement is published in advance of the completion of the Strategic Defence Review (SDR) and the detailed implementing plans and guidance that will follow the SDR. It is essential that the Ministry of Defence and the Georgian Armed Forces continue making progress on the important issues discussed here. The Minister’s Vision 2006 provides guidance for continued long term actions, and also serves to give interim guidance on specific activities while the SDR remains ongoing. This document replaces the Defence Policy Priorities for 2005-2006, which is hereby cancelled.
The National Security Concept and the National Military Strategy define the overall defence objectives of Georgia based on current national values, interests and security requirements. These objectives consider the ongoing separatist issues, regional and international terrorism and other current threats. The purpose of the GAF is to provide for the security of the nation and contribute to meeting our international objectives. We therefore establish three main priorities:
First, improve GAF combat capabilities. This process requires proper training and equipping of the force, maintaining qualified personnel, and improving their living and working conditions.
Second, facilitate the NATO-integration process. The ultimate goal is a highly capable, NATO-interoperable GAF able to contribute to NATO-led military operations.
Third, improve the defence management system. This includes effective use of available human, material and financial resources; while improving planning process, program development and the rapid and effective implementation of decisions.
Our forces and capabilities must be proportional to the threat and anticipated missions. The structure of our internal organisation must be both capable and responsive. It must also be proportional to our national size and means, and be pragmatic and efficient in the use of the resources allotted to us. The ongoing Strategic Defence Review will greatly enhance our understanding in this area. Additionally, we must evaluate all areas of management, command, structure, processes, and procedures with regard to effectiveness in supporting operational and efficiency in use of resources.
We face threats from separatism and terrorism, which require appropriate cooperation and support of our defence forces both with other internal agencies and with regional and broader international efforts. Georgia is an active part of the national engagement in regional contributions and maintaining positive relations with our neighbors. This projects the goals of the nation as a responsible member of the international community through contributions to NATO and UN missions for peace support, disaster relief, and humanitarian assistance. Therefore it is important to build a defence force that is compatible with NATO and able to effectively interface with western militaries. Georgia’s long term security interests lie in effective collective defence.
In 2006 Georgia plans to continue participating in international peacekeeping and stabilization operations, in a manner, which highlights its commitment to world peace and the global war against terrorism. Georgia is committed to being not only a consumer of global security, but also a provider.
Priority Goals and Activities for 2006
Ministry and Joint Staff:
Create a functional Joint Staff, including permanent billets for Air Force, Navy and National Guard officers
Create force development/management system and develop implementation plans for SDR force structure decisions
Continue actions on recommendations received from NATO assessments, the 2005 U.S. European Command Defence Assessment, and other partner nations
Start to develop an effective Human Resources System
Continue to develop a functional logistics system
Start to develop a functional Planning, Programming, and Budgeting System (PPBS)
Improve NATO interoperability with focus on defining clear command and staff functions within the organisational structure and developing identified “niche capabilities”
Develop a readiness reporting program
Continue to develop capability in Special Forces, Military Police and Military Intelligence; integrate Military Intelligence with other national intelligence activities
Update National Training Center (KTA) with Combat Maneuver Training Center capability
Continuing actions for services of Georgian Armed Forces:
Support and contribute to peacekeeping operations for the resolution of territorial conflicts
Support NATO-lead/coalition operations
Improve the ability to deploy and sustain forces, within and outside of the country
Continue to improve the quality of living and working conditions of military service members
Develop effective intelligence structures and initiate capability
Develop C2 capabilities
Conduct disposition procedures for equipment identified as unserviceable by SDR
Develop recommendations/plan for location of forces/assets consistent with threat, contingency plans and fiscal considerations
Land Forces:
Establish a functional Land Forces Headquarters
Develop a deployable command and control systems and unit tactical communications
Fully sustain the GTEP/SSOP unit training program
Implement a training management system in 1st and 2nd Brigades
Air Forces:
Continue to develop air surveillance and reporting capability, compatible with NATO standards and procedures, to support maintaining air sovereignty
Navy:
Continue to develop effective, integrated operational capability with the Georgian Coast Guard to ensure maritime sovereignty/control
Maintain capability for Black Sea cooperative security
National Guard:
Develop an effective mobilisation system
Gain and maintain 20 battalions in trained and equipped status
Conclusion
Accomplishment of the goals and priorities that are established above will enable us to make substantial progress toward achieving an effectively manned and affordable armed force that is interoperable with NATO. Our efforts will be the foundation to providing Georgia with a safe and secure environment, free from intimidation and threats, and leading the way to becoming a prosperous nation, fully integrated into Europe-Atlantic institutions, and a respected partner within the international community."
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07 Mar 2006
Farnborough International Teams with Aero India
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07 Mar 2006
RAM adds Boeing 737-700 to Fleet
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07 Mar 2006
Oshkosh Truck Signs Agreement with ADI Limited to Offer Bushmaster(R) Armored Vehicles in North America
Find out more
07 Mar 2006
Bombardier Sells Three Q300 Turboprops for Australia's Coastwatch
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07 Mar 2006
ITT Receives Contract for Electronic Warfare System For U.S. Navy F-18E/F Aircraft
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07 Mar 2006
Team JCA Offers Interoperable Military Solution for Joint Cargo Aircraft Requirement
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07 Mar 2006
AgustaWestland Awarded 25 Year IMOS Contract
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07 Mar 2006
L-3' Tactical Common Data Link Demonstrates Airborne Interoperability in Apache-Hunter Teaming
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07 Mar 2006
BAE Systems Awarded $32 Million Contract for M113 Armor Contracts
Find out more
07 Mar 2006
Raytheon Delivers Missile-Detection and Tracking Sensors for U.S. Space Program
Find out more
07 Mar 2006
Goodrich Enters Into Teaming Agreement With Rockwell Collins for Video Solutions
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07 Mar 2006
BAE Systems Receives $9.5 Million Contract to Provide M88A2 Spare Engines to the U.S. Marine Corps
Find out more
06 Mar 2006
Northrop Grumman Completes Research to Increase Hunter UAV Combat Capabilities
Find out more
06 Mar 2006
Future Combat System Team Selects Active Protection System Provider for Manned Ground Vehicles
Find out more
06 Mar 2006
Fats Awarded $1 Million Contract from CUBIC Defense Applications
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06 Mar 2006
Anteon Stockholders Approve Sale to General Dynamics
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06 Mar 2006
Russian Commission Begins Proton Investigation
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Georgian Ministry of Defense outlines 2006 priorities
Breaking News published on 07/03/2006
Tbilisi, 7 March 2006 (Georgian Ministry of Defense Press Release) - The Georgian Ministry of Defense (MoD) posted a document outlining the Ministry’s priorities for the year 2006 on its website on March 6.
The document was published ahead of the Strategic Defence Review (SDR) document, which is expected to be completed this summer:
"This vision statement provides general guidance to the Ministry of Defence, Joint Staff and the Georgian Armed Forces (GAF) in performing our role as a primary element of national security. The vision, priority goals and objectives serve to frame and to shape the nature and direction of planning and development of defence capabilities and contributions. This vision statement guides the Ministry of Defence in a manner consistent with the vision of the President and the principles of the National Security Concept and the National Military Strategy. This document is intended for public consumption, to increase awareness and understanding of our efforts. This vision statement is published in advance of the completion of the Strategic Defence Review (SDR) and the detailed implementing plans and guidance that will follow the SDR. It is essential that the Ministry of Defence and the Georgian Armed Forces continue making progress on the important issues discussed here. The Minister’s Vision 2006 provides guidance for continued long term actions, and also serves to give interim guidance on specific activities while the SDR remains ongoing. This document replaces the Defence Policy Priorities for 2005-2006, which is hereby cancelled.
The National Security Concept and the National Military Strategy define the overall defence objectives of Georgia based on current national values, interests and security requirements. These objectives consider the ongoing separatist issues, regional and international terrorism and other current threats. The purpose of the GAF is to provide for the security of the nation and contribute to meeting our international objectives. We therefore establish three main priorities:
First, improve GAF combat capabilities. This process requires proper training and equipping of the force, maintaining qualified personnel, and improving their living and working conditions.
Second, facilitate the NATO-integration process. The ultimate goal is a highly capable, NATO-interoperable GAF able to contribute to NATO-led military operations.
Third, improve the defence management system. This includes effective use of available human, material and financial resources; while improving planning process, program development and the rapid and effective implementation of decisions.
Our forces and capabilities must be proportional to the threat and anticipated missions. The structure of our internal organisation must be both capable and responsive. It must also be proportional to our national size and means, and be pragmatic and efficient in the use of the resources allotted to us. The ongoing Strategic Defence Review will greatly enhance our understanding in this area. Additionally, we must evaluate all areas of management, command, structure, processes, and procedures with regard to effectiveness in supporting operational and efficiency in use of resources.
We face threats from separatism and terrorism, which require appropriate cooperation and support of our defence forces both with other internal agencies and with regional and broader international efforts. Georgia is an active part of the national engagement in regional contributions and maintaining positive relations with our neighbors. This projects the goals of the nation as a responsible member of the international community through contributions to NATO and UN missions for peace support, disaster relief, and humanitarian assistance. Therefore it is important to build a defence force that is compatible with NATO and able to effectively interface with western militaries. Georgia’s long term security interests lie in effective collective defence.
In 2006 Georgia plans to continue participating in international peacekeeping and stabilization operations, in a manner, which highlights its commitment to world peace and the global war against terrorism. Georgia is committed to being not only a consumer of global security, but also a provider.
Priority Goals and Activities for 2006
Ministry and Joint Staff:
Create a functional Joint Staff, including permanent billets for Air Force, Navy and National Guard officers
Create force development/management system and develop implementation plans for SDR force structure decisions
Continue actions on recommendations received from NATO assessments, the 2005 U.S. European Command Defence Assessment, and other partner nations
Start to develop an effective Human Resources System
Continue to develop a functional logistics system
Start to develop a functional Planning, Programming, and Budgeting System (PPBS)
Improve NATO interoperability with focus on defining clear command and staff functions within the organisational structure and developing identified “niche capabilities”
Develop a readiness reporting program
Continue to develop capability in Special Forces, Military Police and Military Intelligence; integrate Military Intelligence with other national intelligence activities
Update National Training Center (KTA) with Combat Maneuver Training Center capability
Continuing actions for services of Georgian Armed Forces:
Support and contribute to peacekeeping operations for the resolution of territorial conflicts
Support NATO-lead/coalition operations
Improve the ability to deploy and sustain forces, within and outside of the country
Continue to improve the quality of living and working conditions of military service members
Develop effective intelligence structures and initiate capability
Develop C2 capabilities
Conduct disposition procedures for equipment identified as unserviceable by SDR
Develop recommendations/plan for location of forces/assets consistent with threat, contingency plans and fiscal considerations
Land Forces:
Establish a functional Land Forces Headquarters
Develop a deployable command and control systems and unit tactical communications
Fully sustain the GTEP/SSOP unit training program
Implement a training management system in 1st and 2nd Brigades
Air Forces:
Continue to develop air surveillance and reporting capability, compatible with NATO standards and procedures, to support maintaining air sovereignty
Navy:
Continue to develop effective, integrated operational capability with the Georgian Coast Guard to ensure maritime sovereignty/control
Maintain capability for Black Sea cooperative security
National Guard:
Develop an effective mobilisation system
Gain and maintain 20 battalions in trained and equipped status
Conclusion
Accomplishment of the goals and priorities that are established above will enable us to make substantial progress toward achieving an effectively manned and affordable armed force that is interoperable with NATO. Our efforts will be the foundation to providing Georgia with a safe and secure environment, free from intimidation and threats, and leading the way to becoming a prosperous nation, fully integrated into Europe-Atlantic institutions, and a respected partner within the international community."
posted by Marko at 3/07/2006 09:06:00 AM
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