Czech army wants to open up to as many recruits as possible

Photo: René Volfík, iROZHLAS.cz

An upcoming amendment to the decree on medical fitness for active military service, effective September, aims to streamline the process for military enlistment. It will reduce paperwork, simplify entry requirements, and enable the government to mobilize more people quickly in times of crisis or war. But whether or not people are called up will depend on the specific role they apply for.

The Ministry of Defence is set to ease the requirements for joining the army, as the medical examination has previously been a major hurdle for many prospective recruits.

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Author: Jakub Ferenčík