In his remarks, Mr Ivanov outlined the main problems with state defence orders, including the practice of changing contract requirements and making changes mid-way through orders, which leads to situation where not all contracts are actually fulfilled. Changes to contracts also necessitate in turn revisions to military development, infrastructure and training plans. Mr Ivanov also noted the problem of delays in research and development work and failure to comply with contract deadlines.
Mr Ivanov noted that substantial money has been allocated to implement the state arms procurement programme and defence orders, and it is expected that modern arms and equipment will make up 30 percent of the total by 2016, and 70 percent of the total by 2020.