ECMre

ECMre is a relatively unknown term that refers to a type of warfare tactics used in military operations. It is believed to be a portmanteau of "Economic Combat Maneuver" or "Economic Conventional Military Response" although neither of these are officially confirmed.

ECMre is thought to be a third-generation warfare strategy that emerged in the mid-20th century as a response to the conventional tactics of the Cold War era. It is characterized by the integration of economic and social factors into military planning, with the aim of weakening an adversary's economy and undermining their social fabric.

ECMre tactics often involve non-kinetic methods of warfare, such as economic sanctions, cyberattacks, and psychological operations. The goal is to impose economic hardship on an enemy, disrupt their supply chains, and erode public support for their government.

While ECMre has been employed in various forms throughout history, it gained significant attention in the early 21st century due to its application in conventional armed conflicts. Critics argue that ECMre creates a moral ambiguity between civilian populations, who are often both victims and perpetrators of war, and creates challenges in establishing accountability for its effects.

Proponents argue that ECMre is a more humane approach than traditional warfare because it minimizes the risk of civilian casualties. However, due to the covert nature of ECMre tactics and the secretive environments they are often employed, there is limited publicly available information on the effects of ECMre.