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The Minister
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- As Minister of Defence and Sports, Norbert Darabos' work is focused on the reform of the Armed Forces, on Austria's contribution to international peace operations, and on supporting Austrian athletes and sport events.
Tasks of the Austrian Armed Forces
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National defence: In case of an attack on Austrian territory, the Armed Forces are ready to respond immediately. -
Safeguard: If necessary, the Armed Forces protect the constitutionally established institutions and the population's democratic freedoms. -
Domestic aid: The Armed Forces render assistance in the case of natural catastrophes and disasters of exceptional magnitude. 
Help abroad: Austrian soldiers contribute to international peace-keeping missions and to humanitarian or disaster relief operations.