Iran reports 21% defense industry growth in 2012 August 21, 2012 - 17:29 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi announced Tuesday, Aug 21 that the number of military products manufactured by the Iranian Defense Ministry has witnessed a 21% growth in 2012. Addressing a ceremony on the occasion of the National Day of the Defense Industry, Vahidi said that defense products in Iran are “unique in terms of quantity and variety, irrespective of all the pressures and restrictions imposed against Iran in the global market.” "We registered a 21% growth in production, 178% increase in technology and inventions, 286% growth in academic projects and a 138% boost in the number of the industrial projects which have been accomplished," Vahidi said. Earlier in the day, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad unveiled new achievements in Iran's defense industry, including the fourth generation of Fateh 110 missile, Bonian 4 marine engine, Armita space test laboratory, Aras tactical vehicle, Vafa mortar-launcher, and Shahed navigation system.   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals  Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation.Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush.Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year.Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. |
