Iraq’s Defense Industries Commission (DIC) has announced plans to expand its domestic arms manufacturing capabilities in 2025, with a focus on mortars, field rocket launchers, and artillery systems.
The Chairman of the DIC told state-run Iraqi News Agencey (INA) that the move is part of a broader strategy to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers and strengthen Iraq’s defense industry.
Mustafa Aati said the commission’s factories are developing new light weapons, medium ammunition, and heavy artillery shells, alongside increased production of mortars, rocket launchers, and artillery.
He added that the shift to local production is already delivering significant cost savings; contracts signed in 2023 and 2024 for domestically produced weapons and ammunition have saved the Iraqi government over $700 million.
(Source: INA)
