Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree prohibiting the purchase of foreign-made clothing and related gear for the country’s armed forces, a move aimed at strengthening domestic production and reducing reliance on imports.
According to the decree, effective January 1, 2026, all uniforms and other clothing items for the Russian Armed Forces must be produced by Russian companies with manufacturing facilities located within the country.
The policy will be expanded further by 2027 to cover the fabrics and knitted materials used in military clothing production, which must also be domestically manufactured.
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The ban encompasses a wide range of military supplies, including uniforms, insignia, underwear, bedding, special clothing, footwear, equipment, and sanitary items, all of which are procured through Russia’s state defence order system.
The Kremlin says the measure is designed to entirely phase out the use of foreign-made clothing and materials in the military, reinforcing the self-sufficiency of Russia’s defence sector.