In a conversation leaked by the Kremlin, Russian President Vladimir Putin has asked the state conglomerate Rostec to increase weapon production, with a particular focus on drones and T-90 tanks.
Russian President Vladimir Putin was heard in a conversation transcribed by the Kremlin, requesting an intensification of weapon production by the state conglomerate Rostec. During this exchange with Sergei Chemezov, a former KGB member and current CEO of Rostec, Putin expressed his desire to see an acceleration in the manufacturing of drones and T-90 tanks. “Manufacturers have promised to increase their production. They are keeping their promise, but it is necessary to further increase production,” Putin insisted, referring to FPV and Lancet drones.
These statements come in the context of a tense geopolitical situation, where Russia seeks to strengthen its position on the international stage. Drones and T-90 tanks, known for their advanced capabilities, are considered strategic assets that could potentially enhance Russia’s position in regional conflicts.
In addition to this request regarding weapon production, Putin also took the time to highlight the technological achievements of NtechLab, a Russian facial recognition company. He claimed that NtechLab’s facial recognition system was “the most accurate in the world,” and that this was essential in the current context of terrorist threats. The system, first launched during the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, is currently being used in thirty-six countries, including for the upcoming World Cup in Qatar.
The conversation between Vladimir Putin and Sergei Chemezov highlights Russia’s ambitions in strengthening its military and technological capabilities. As the country continues to develop cutting-edge technologies in areas such as facial recognition, it remains to be seen how these advancements will be perceived on the international stage. Calls for an increase in weapon production also raise questions about the potential impact on the global geopolitical balance and regional stability.
