The first ammunition factory will be built in Jahoc, Gjakova, with first production planned for the end of 2026.
American experts see this as a good step towards strengthening security. But, at the same time, questions are raised about Kosovo's real capacities, the technical challenges and the regional implications this could bring. initiative.
Retired US Army Colonel Ray Wojck said that one of the positive things for Kosovo thanks to the many years of presence of the NATO mission, KFOR, is the close relationship and continuous cooperation with allies.
"Kosovo has discussed this initiative particularly with the US and the UK, two of its closest allies who are very supportive of it," he said.
Meanwhile, Argyro Kartsonaki from the Institute for Peace Research and Security Policy agrees that it is logical for a small state to try to strengthen its security, but warns that these actions could be perceived as a threat by its neighbors.
"This will not change the security dynamics in the Balkans. What it can do is feed the narratives, give an element of propaganda and populist discourses of the President of Serbia, Aleksandar Vučić," she said. /REL/
