Putin bans foreign-made clothing for Russian army from 2026
According to the decree, from Jan 1, 2026, all uniforms and other clothing items for the Russian Armed Forces must be produced by Russian companies whose manufacturing facilities are located within the country.
By 2027, the requirement will extend to fabrics and knitted materials used in production, which must be domestically manufactured. The measure aims to entirely exclude the purchase of foreign-made clothing and materials for the needs of the military, the decree said.
Military clothing and gear include uniforms, insignia, underwear, bedding, special clothing, footwear, equipment, and sanitary items. Such supplies are procured through the Russian state defense order system.
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