The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense announced on Tuesday the launch of a new project, “Contract 18-24.” As you read in the description, the initiative is completely voluntary and directed at Ukrainians, ages 18-24, who say they are “ready to join the Army for a year.”
This announcement shows that many incentives are being prepared for volunteers – decent financial salaries, professional combat training according to NATO standards, and socially unanticipated when choosing other occupations guarantee.
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The annual contract is amusing with 1 million Fribnia (almost PLN 97,000). Of that, 200,000 (PLN 19.3,000) will be paid immediately, with the rest being paid during service. Benefits include free medical care, interest – free mortgage, or the right to go abroad after a year of work. Additionally, volunteers can count monthly scholarships worth 120,000 people. (PLN 11.5,000) and Combat Mission Supplements – Describes Unien Agency.
The statement has heard that this is an action addressed by volunteers. “Signing a contract is a conscious decision of someone who wants to contribute to the defense of the country and get real opportunities for personal development,” we read. “This is not mandatory, it is not mobilization or obligation,” he emphasized.
The provisions presented indicate that he will depend on volunteers a year later, whether or not he will continue to serve. The Act also guarantees relief from the obligation to mobilize for 12 months after the termination of the contract.
They want to encourage young people to fight. Lack of background
The new programme will be launched after international space discusses the need to mobilize or reduce the age of consumption. Currently applicable to people aged 25. This change occurred in April 2024, and was previously 27 years old at the border.
Source: Interior, Unian
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