Dominican Republic to Resume Ammunition Manufacturing by 2026

The Dominican Republic plans to restart domestic ammunition production by 2026, ending a decades-long hiatus since the 1960s and the final closure of its historic facility around 1990. This move signals a shift toward defense industrial self-sufficiency in the Caribbean, potentially affecting regional security dynamics. The scope and capacity of the new production remain unspecified.

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