ASPECTS OF CRISIS MANAGEMENT MILITARIZATION

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to consider the role of military during crisis. Thearmed forces play an important role in crisis management, especially those of large scalebecause of their special expertise, ability and resources. Controversy over the use of militaryexists; however, it is necessary to consider their best integration into the crisismanagement cycle and to what extent the military model is appropriate. The effectiveintegration of military into the crisis management matrix will depend on fi nding the rightbalance between community involvement and philosophy of crisis management and militaryculture. This paper discusses issues such as military pattern of command and control,constraints on the use of military in crisis management process and a critical assessmentof military approaches in crisis management and potential weaknesses. The conclusionis that the armed forces can be important in crisis management.