Zamastanian Armed Forces
Zamastanian Armed Forces Z.A.F. | |
|---|---|
| Type | Military |
| Membership | Total - 526,500 Active Duty - 145,000 |
| Leaders | |
| Zacharias Castovia | |
| Curtis Fondaden | |
| Establishment | September 3rd, 1805 |
The Zamastanian Armed Forces (ZAF), or Zamastanian Forces (ZF), are the unified armed forces of Zamastan. This unified institution consists of three professional service branches: the Zamastanian Navy and Marines (forming the Zamastanian Naval Forces), the Zamastanian Army and the Zamastanian Air Force. The forces are managed by the Department of Defense and controlled by the Secretary of Defense. The Commander-in-Chief is the President of Zamastan, to whom members of the forces swear an oath of allegiance. The Armed Forces are charged with protecting Zamastan and its overseas territories, promoting Zamastan's global security interests and supporting international peacekeeping efforts. They are active and regular participants in the International Democratic Union. Current end strength is authorized at 526,500, including 271,500 Regular Force members, 145,000 Reserve Force members and 110,000 civilian employees. The number of filled positions is lower than the authorized strength.