Defence Minister Ermal Nufi says the country is developing its military industry and domestic production capacity. The state-owned company KAYO has established 6 commercial partnerships, while local assembly of armoured vehicles has begun.
This progress builds on work launched in 2024 to establish the legal and industrial foundations for domestic production. Authorities ordered ammunition production lines in 2025, although production has yet to start. Nufi stressed that all locally produced weapons and equipment must meet NATO standards and remain compatible with allied forces.
Beyond production, local capacity could also speed up equipment repairs and supplies. Nufi said replacing equipment sent to Ukraine can take 18 to 20 months under existing procedures, compared with 3 to 4 months in the former Eastern bloc. A local repair plant could help avoid lengthy procedures and customs delays.
Turning to Kosova’s security, Nufi highlighted the recent deployment of an Albanian helicopter in support of the NATO-led Kosova Force mission. He also described national security as a shared responsibility across political parties and reaffirmed the importance of the United States and cooperation with allies.
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