No.
Here, volunteering for military service already implies becoming part of whatever branch the candidate applies to. It isn't a trial experience. Some will be integrated into the permanent ranks, others will serve a few years under contract and then relieved of duty.
Current voluntary system, to the extent of my knowledge, is open for all portuguese citizens, of legal age, regardless of gender. Level of education can be a factor taken into consideration for career and entry rank.
The system is voluntary only, as in those interested have to actively request entry and go through the selection process.
Civilian service, like firefighter duty, was an option for conscience objectors, that refused service, either by religious, philosophical or moral reasons, but no longer exists as the state ceased drafting/mandatory military service.
When a portuguese enters the military is solely by their own willing choice and that makes sure we fight for a cause.
In a dire situation, I have serious doubts common would not volunteer or simply take up arms to defend those dear to them.
But we are not speaking about defending family, friends and home here: this is war preparation. And the overall general feeling is that war is undesirable.
That will be a severe shot in the foot.
Professional, volunteer, military forces are a better solution. This only implies governments need to create conditions for people to want to join and the possibility to handle guns and use them against other human beings should be the bottom of an 100 items list, along patriotism and duty fulfilling towards national interest.
The last two plus an intriguing "character development" statement figured in a report for the reintroduction of mandatory military service in my country (Portugal), written by a civilian comitee, headed and divulged by a woman in her very early 30's. Severe public backlash followed, which was met by very thinly veiled proto fascist rethoric from the same spokesperson.
Mandatory military service is a de facto control and pressure tool over the population. Never again. Anywhere. Governments exist to serve the country and the people, not to make use of it.
I understand and support the idea bit Poland can't afford such action.
If Poland takes down an object invading their air space, of probable russian origin, it can be considered a first hostile movement and Russia can move to retaliate.
Being part of the EU, Poland shooting first would drag the entire bloc into an open armed conflict. It may happen but not yet.
At some point, I risk a coup.
Eat it.
I lived in a city, with a public transport system, and it worked. Nobody is speaking of perfection here.
With a fully functional, affordable, universal public transport system, owning a car is a luxury, not a need.
Wow. Amazing. How the tables have turned.