Army Uniform Overhaul: Russian Military to Adopt New Uniforms Starting in 2026
Russia is taking significant steps to strengthen its military capabilities by making changes to the production of military uniforms, according to reports by the Russian news agency RIA Novosti. The changes, which are part of ongoing initiatives by the Russian government, have been decreed by President Vladimir Putin.
The goal is to ensure self-sufficiency in the production of military uniforms, with the Russian military expected to transition to using uniforms and fabrics produced entirely within Russia by 2027. This move is expected to boost domestic production and exclude the purchase of military clothing of foreign production for the needs of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation.
The Russian President has instructed the government, Ministry of Defense, and Ministry of Industry and Trade to ensure all uniforms are supplied by Russian producers from January 1, 2026. The production of military uniforms will be made in accordance with the legislation on the contract system and will also be part of state defense orders.
By 2027, all fabrics used in the production of uniforms are to be domestically sourced in Russia. The Russian government is working towards achieving complete independence in the production of military uniforms, with the plan for all materials used in the production of uniforms to be domestically sourced by the same year.
The document outlines the need for Russian producers to supply all uniforms and fabrics for uniform production by the given deadlines. The changes are expected to take effect from 2026, marking a significant shift in Russia's military production strategies.
However, the identity of the Russian Minister of Defense responsible for the implementation of the program to produce uniforms for Russian soldiers within Russia and ban the use of foreign materials by 2027 is not currently known. The available information only references the German Minister of Defense, Boris Pistorius, and does not mention the Russian counterpart or details about such a program.
These changes in military uniform production are part of a larger effort to boost domestic production in Russia, reflecting the country's commitment to strengthening its defense capabilities and fostering economic growth.
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