Putin calls for modernisation of Russian military weapons

"Weapons must constantly, continuously improve and remain effective. To achieve this, I repeat, it is important to ensure that there is active competition between manufacturers and developers," Putin told a meeting of his co-ordination council.

That sounds a bit like a free market.

Too late, now that they can't even import the parts, due to sanctions.

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This is like shutting the barn door after the horses have run off.