Никарагуа Қарулы Күштері мен Ұлттық Полициясы

Military forces of Nicaragua

The Nicaraguan Armed Forces (lang es) are the military forces of Nicaragua. There are three branches: the Navy, the Army, and Air Force.

The Nicaraguan military, Fuerzas Armadas de Nicaragua, exists in a top down hierarchy and is partitioned into multiple ranks. In order to become a Lieutenant, Captain, Major, Lieutenant Colonel or Colonel, a candidate must attend Staff College (ESEM). Alternatively, one may begin a military career as a Lieutenant, with the opportunity for advancement, by obtaining a bachelor's degree in Military Sciences. Individuals may also attend Officers School, to gain the rank of Major, Lieutenant Colonel, Colonel, and General Staff or Army General.

Nicaragua has a small military force with only 9,412 members as of 2010. This number includes 1,500 officers (16%), 302 non commissioned officers (3%), and 7,610 troops (81%). This relatively small armed force is supported by an extremely small $41 million dollar defense budget (2010). Such a small military budget has resulted in severe deficiencies in terms of manpower (i. e. cannot supply and employ) and modern weaponry. This budget represents approximately 2.84% of the country's overall expenditures.

The National Police of Nicaragua, established in 1979, was created to maintain domestic tranquility, prevent crime, ensure security for all civilians, prosecute offenders, and enforce any other nationally mandated laws. As a non political, non partisan, and non deliberative organization, the National Police of Nicaragua was a revolutionary agency when created. This body is unaided by the national military, since it exists as a completely separate entity; however, in accordance with Article 92, the President may order the army to intervene on the National Police's behalf. There is also a volunteer police force that aids the National Police force, not just in times of dire need. The National Police Force is organized into several different tiers: the national specialized organizations (i. e. investigation departments), support organizations (i. e. Police Academy), police delegations (i. e. department, municipal), and advisory structures (i. e. National Council). Those wishing to become members of the National Police Force must pass through rigorous hours of training and multiple examinations.