The Slovenian Armed Forces provide military defence independently or within an alliance, in accordance with international agreements.

 

Mission

In co-operation with the Alliance:

• provide military defence of the Republic of Slovenia (RS),
• deter military aggression against the Republic of Slovenia,
• re-establish national sovereignty on the entire territory,
• contribute to international peace and stability.

Tasks

• maintain operational readiness,
• activate and mobilise forces,
• deploy forces to the area of operation,
• conduct defensive operations,
• conduct offensive operations.

Other tasks:

• contribute to international peace, security and stability,
• support in ensuring the safety and welfare of RS citizens.

Composition of the Slovenian Armed Forces

The active component is composed of professional Slovenian Armed Forces members, while the reserve component includes citizens who have signed a contract for service in the contracted reserve and members of the compulsory reserve component who are obliged to serve in the reserve component.

Composition of the Slovenian Armed Forces - updated in September 2008	Number	Percentage
Active component	7141	48,8 %
Contracted reserve	1642	11,2 %
Compulsory reserve	5851	40,0 %
Total	14634	100 %

Active component

The active component includes professional servicemembers: soldiers, non-commissioned officers, officers, uniformed specialists (military personnel) and civilians. Civilians are employed within the armed forces; however, they do not perform military service.

Active Component of the Slovenian Armed Forces - updated in September 2008	Number	Percentage
Officers	1324	18,5 %
Non-commissioned officers	1923	27,1 %
Soldiers	2605	36,5 %
Uniformed specialists	767	10,7 %
Civilians	513	7,2 %
Total	7141	100 %

Additional information available at:

- Slovenian Armed Forces

- Ministry of Defence