From The Straits Times · · 40s
Moldova to produce arms for self
Moldova's parliament head says it will change laws to make weapons for its own defense, not Ukraine.
In brief
Moldova's parliament head says it will change laws to make weapons for its own defense, not Ukraine. Moldova plans to produce dual-use weapons like drones for national security after Russian airspace violations. Originally reported by The Straits Times.
Moldova parliament head
Moldova's pro-European government plans to change laws to produce weapons for its own defense.
Weapons for national security
Parliament chairman says dual-use weapons like drones are needed for emergencies, agriculture and national security.
“I would very much like for us to produce them for ourselves. We need them, particularly for dual-use purposes”
Airspace violations
88 Russian drone and missile intrusions into Moldova's airspace since February 2022.
Defense needs
Moldova needs radar, trained personnel, communications and infrastructure to defend its airspace.
“We cannot provide this defence overnight. And we cannot in four years make up for 30 years of failing to finance our defence.”
In short
Moldova plans to produce dual-use weapons like drones for national security after Russian airspace violations.
