Can a country be safe and respected without a strong military force?

I do not think a country can be safe AND respected without a strong military force. A country without a strong military can be thought of as a city or town with no policemen or sheriffs, it wouldn't be safe. I´m also not sure that other countries would think of us as a strong country as a whole without a strong military force behind us.

Yes, provided it does not need a strong military force and spends the money that would otherwise be used for military spending on progressive and positive projects.

No because there are serious threats that sometimes need strong military force to deal with.

A military is necessary to protect a country from others as well as to keep the peace within borders. The world is full of anarchy, and many want to overthrow governments and cause a ruckus. A military is needed, but the size of it varies.

Unfortunately, a decent military is required to protect the interests of a country,

A large country will never be safe without a military, for other countries (especially rivals/opponents of said country) will most likely take advantage of the venerability of the non-military country. Another reason is that is would put stress on allied countries' militaries and possibly compromise their security if they are to provide security to said non-military country.

No you need military because without it anyone can take over your coutnry

Yes, military power does not define a country's overall strength. If the people of your country have a strong sense of self-worth they will defend you in ways a military force can not. In present times there is no reason for war over land or rash behaviors because you don't feel superior. Having a strong culture and a diverse community builds your strength in humanity. Being able to govern your people without threats of violence from your all-so-powerful military is what makes your country strong.

No, as without a strong millitary other countries have no deterrant from stealing your national resources or land.

No, only at the barrel of a rifle will foreign powers who seek to destroy or change America be stopped

Yes there are ways to be powerful without having a powerful military

no, if we didnt have a strong millitary we would be a week country

Yes. I don't know for sure, but I think the United Arab Emirate doesn't have a large military force, but has a large economy.

It could be because you can not make peace with force.

Other countries are more advanced in other areas but no nation has a stronger military force than ours so I beleive that it is necessary that we maintain our armed forces but also ensure that we are not overspending.