“The general geopolitical situation does not allow us to be complacent, on the contrary, it requires preparedness and constant vigilance,” the Acting Minister of National Defense points out Alcibiades Stefanisin his daily order to the officers of the Armed Forces, on the occasion of assuming his duties, making it clear that “the Armed Forces guard the security and defense of the homeland and as an institutional guarantor deal with prudence, calmness, efficiency and determination every challenge”.

At the same time, he adds, that the Armed Forces “are an indisputable pillar of stability, deterrence, prosperity and progress”.

Mr. Stefanis reiterates that “as a country we have always defended international legitimacy and actively serve the principles of International Law and the creation of a network of alliances on a bilateral and multilateral level, utilizing every possibility to increase national power”.

In addition, he singled out the Armed Forces for their “multifaceted contribution to society”, assuring that they “will always continue to be a dynamic presence in every area critical to the maintenance of social cohesion”, while congratulating the officers for the “excellent execution of the mission ” them and urges “to stay committed to the task with the same zeal, passion, vision, optimism, faith and professionalism that distinguishes you”.

Finally, he states that “it is a supreme and exceptional honor for the Armed Forces that I have been chosen and I promise that I will devote all my strength to meet the requirements of my duties and mission with a full sense of responsibility and debt to the country”.