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Contracts worth €5.7 billion with Rheinmetall have raised concerns over the localization percentage of equipment produced in Romania. A Ministry of Economy document reveals that none of the equipment meets the claimed 60% localization threshold. Mihai Jurca, a key negotiator, argues that the figures are misleading and that the physical production percentage should not be confused with the value of components. The Ministry clarifies that specific localization percentages vary by equipment, with the Lynx infantry fighting vehicle set at 30% initially, increasing to 40% under certain conditions. Jurca emphasizes that while physical production may represent 60% of the vehicle, it only accounts for 35% of its value due to imported components. He also highlights the need for increased local engineering capacity for software development.