Arms and Armour

Defence industry of Vietnam

The defence industry of Vietnam encompasses the research, development, and manufacturing of military arms and technology by Vietnam's government-affiliated entities. It is largely state-owned and managed by the Ministry of Defence, with a focus on achieving self-sufficiency in armaments. Historically, Vietnam has been a major importer of weapons – between 2010 and 2022 it ranked among the top six arms importers in the Asia-Pacific region, relying heavily on Russian-made equipment (about 81.5% of Vietnam's arms imports from 1995 to 2022 came from Russia). Vietnam has embarked on ambitious programs to build a modern, self-reliant defence industry by 2030, capable of producing advanced weapons for its own armed forces and reducing dependence on foreign suppliers. The government also views the sector as serving dual-use potential for both military and civilian economic benefits, and has signaled the intent to eventually export Vietnamese-made defence products. This drive has been marked by increased investment in domestic R&D, the showcasing locally made weapons at international arms fairs, and high-level policies to integrate Vietnam's defence industry into global supply chains.

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• ▸Battle of the Trebia
• ▸Jupiter's South Pole
• ▸Crossbow

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