Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas reaffirmed on Wednesday that the assignment of new conscripts to their National Guard posts is conducted through an objective, transparent, and fair procedure. The allocation process, held at the Christos Samaras military camp, utilizes certified software to process data submitted electronically by conscripts. This system eliminates human bias, ensuring positions are distributed purely based on conscripts' declared preferences, objective data, and the National Guard’s operational needs.

Palmas emphasized that this software-driven process maintains the integrity of the allocation, dispelling concerns of favoritism. While no official complaints about undue influence have been recorded, the system was implemented in recent years to reassure conscripts and their families of fairness. The Defence Ministry underscored that all conscripts receive continuous support to integrate smoothly, regardless of their assigned units.

The Minister highlighted the broader goal of military service as both an operational training opportunity and a constructive experience promoting personal development. Using the ESSO electronic platform, conscripts submit necessary documents and their preferences, enabling the fair and detailed assignment of roles within the National Guard.