„Timpul este inamicul nostru”. Avertisment despre apărarea României și ritmul lent al înzestrării

Romania's defense industry has a chance to attract significant investments through the European SAFE program, but must accelerate production localization and modernization efforts. Key officials discussed the importance of this program at a recent event, emphasizing the need for local production to meet European requirements. The program mandates that 65% of deliveries be of European origin, which has raised concerns among non-EU countries. Romania aims for 50% of production to occur domestically, which could boost the economy significantly. Ongoing negotiations with companies like Rheinmetall are crucial for achieving these goals, while other projects, such as the powder factory in Victoria, face delays. The overall impact of SAFE should be assessed beyond direct purchases, as joint contracts may also include localization obligations, creating further opportunities for the national industry.