concept   military organization
culture   Costa Rica
statement   Costa Rican military organization emphasizes pacifism, neutrality, and the absence of a standing army.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 armed forces members Costa Rica Maintained as a small standing army with a focus on disaster relief, peacekeeping, and non-military activities 1
2 army Costa Rica Army is not as significant due to neutrality and disbanding of military forces. 1
3 army Costa Rica Countries without a standing army, with a strong emphasis on peace, neutrality, and demilitarization. 1
4 army Costa Rica Maintains a policy of neutrality, with a focus on national defense rather than aggressive military intervention 1
5 army Costa Rica These countries do not have a standing army and prioritize diplomatic solutions over military conflict. 1
6 mandatory military service Costa Rica Mandatory military service has never been a part of the national tradition and history 1
7 military organization Costa Rica Emphasis on pacifism and neutrality; military organization is viewed with skepticism and considered unnecessary. 1
8 military organization Costa Rica Maintains a neutral stance and emphasizes civilian defense, with a strong tradition of non-militarization and disarmament 1
9 military person Costa Rica Countries with no standing army, so military personnel are not a common presence in daily life. 1
10 military service Costa Rica Non-existent due to pacifist principles 1
11 military service Costa Rica Voluntary and not mandatory for citizens 1
12 serving in military Costa Rica Mandatory military service has been abolished, and serving in the military is not seen as a typical career choice for most individuals. 1