Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov announced that the average salary of infantrymen is 300,000 hryvnias and is preparing changes to mobilisation aimed at motivating them instead of coercion. Special attention is being paid to attracting foreigners to the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The meeting also discussed the issue of recruiting veterans over 60 years old and improving the quality of mobilisation.
Briefly about the main points
- The average salary of an infantryman reaches UAH 300 thousand.
- Increase the involvement of foreigners in the Armed Forces.
- The General Staff is blocking the welfare of 60+ citizens despite their willingness to serve.
Infantrymen's salaries and new approaches in the Ministry of Defence
Medium the salary of an infantryman is planned to be set at the level of UAH 300 thousand, the Minister of Defence said Mikhail Fedorov. This helps to increase the motivation of servicemen and increase the level of support for the army in wartime. Fedorov emphasised that the team is preparing a package of changes that will transform mobilisation from a compulsory form to a motivational one.
Mobilisation: from coercion to motivation
The Minister of Defence acknowledged that there are negative manifestations among those who are mobilisation work He is aware of the perpetrators of the atrocities, but cannot name them publicly for security reasons. At the same time, he stressed the need for changes that would focus on encouraging volunteers instead of coercion. This should increase the efficiency of the Armed Forces and reduce social tensions.
Involvement of foreigners in the defence of Ukraine
Separately, the Ministry of Defence is working to intensify the involvement of foreigners willing to fight for Ukraine against Russian aggressors. This expands the personnel potential of the Armed Forces and strengthens international support for the country's defence.
Veterans 60+ and the quality of mobilisation
People's Deputy George Mazurashu reported that the General Staff was blocking the recruitment of citizens over the age of 60 who are medically fit to serve. The minister responded positively to this issue and supported the need to improve the quality of the mobilisation process rather than the formal recruitment of «everyone». This demonstrates the Ministry of Defence's desire to optimise personnel policy in the army.
