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Mihai Gâdea presented a document revealing that contracts with Rheinmetall, valued at €5.7 billion, do not meet the promised 60% local production requirement. The Ministry of Economy clarified that actual local production percentages are significantly lower for various military equipment. Despite initial commitments, the agreements specify lower local production rates, raising concerns about transparency and compliance. The contract includes mechanisms for monitoring and penalties for unmet obligations, with Rheinmetall guaranteeing certain financial compensations. The Romanian government signed the first contract with Rheinmetall for a joint venture aimed at modernizing local production facilities, marking the start of a broader collaboration.