Information about Gambia Military force and army structure.

Gambia is a country located in West Africa. The Gambia Army operates under the name Gambia Armed Forces. The country's military force consists of the army, navy and air force. The Gambia Armed Forces is an institution established in 1982. The military is responsible for protecting Gambia's territorial integrity and national security. The naval force is responsible for ensuring Gambia's coastal security and protecting its maritime borders. The air force is responsible for protecting Gambian airspace and carrying out air operations. The Gambia Armed Forces undertake various tasks to ensure the country's internal security and support international peace. These missions include activities such as border security, counter-terrorism, peace support operations and disaster relief. The Gambia Armed Forces report to the President of the Gambia and are obliged to comply with the president's orders. The military is supervised and directed by the National Security Council. The Chief of General Staff serves as the highest commander of the Armed Forces. The Gambia Armed Forces consist of volunteer soldiers. Military service is mandatory for 2 years starting from the age of 18. The army has a structure consisting of education, health, logistics and other military units. The Gambia Armed Forces also participates in regional and international military cooperation programs. These programs include military training, joint exercises and information sharing. Gambia's military power aims to contribute to stability in the region and international peace.