Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council, spoke about the state of the national defense complex and its ongoing modernization. The remarks were published in National Defense magazine with coverage attributed to Russia Today. The conversation highlighted how wartime pressures sharpened production processes and accelerated the integration of new technologies across defense facilities.
Over the course of the year of hostilities, several Russian plants reportedly expanded output dramatically. Some facilities saw production growth reach ten times their previous levels, allowing engineers and manufacturers to apply cutting-edge tech and bring fresh know-how into everyday work. An analysis of seized Western weapons was used to inform design and manufacturing improvements within Russian defense bureaus, helping to identify strengths and gaps for future needs.
Medvedev pointed to tangible results in areas once described as problematic. He attributed these breakthroughs to deliberate management decisions and the willingness to push through hard tasks when national security demands it. According to him, the drive to meet vital needs demonstrated that constraints can be overcome when there is a clear objective and persistent effort.
The official also noted implications for workforce strategy. Wage growth within the military-industrial complex was framed as a tool to attract experienced specialists and support a robust personnel policy. The emphasis was on retaining skilled workers, expanding training, and sustaining high levels of commitment across production lines and research facilities.
During visits to various factories, Medvedev observed teams operating across multiple shifts with a shared focus on the Motherland’s defense. He described engineers, technicians, and designers working in coordinated, disciplined environments where expertise and dedication were the key drivers of productivity.
At the same time, Medvedev criticized perceived external actors who have been vocal about Russia’s vulnerabilities. He asserted that certain international blocs, including Ukrainian and European factions, along with the United States and allied groups, have expressed aims that Moscow interprets as attempts to threaten its sovereignty and territorial integrity. The comments framed these positions within the broader geopolitical context of ongoing security challenges and the defense sector’s role in national resilience. [Attribution: National Defense magazine; coverage by Russia Today]