Functions of the Committee

The parliament exercises control over national defence policy via the Defence and Security Committee.

Powers of the Committee

The Committee is responsible for examining matters that the Assembly must hear with special attention given to the general organization of defence and security, civil and military armed forces personnel, the gendarmerie, military justice, the police, territorial integrity, the security of persons and assets, cooperation policy and military assistance.

Composition of the Committee

The composition of the Committee reflects the numerical strength of each party in the parliament.