The military budget of Armenia is increasing, Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Armenia Artak Davtyan told reporters on Thursday.

“And still we want more,” the general continued. According to him, funds were also redistributed and more funds were allocated for the purchase of weapons. Long-term credit purchase agreements have been concluded.

“This is, for example, motor vehicles - we received it immediately, but we will pay gradually. Also managed to save. If it is very necessary, we turn to the government. As, for example, it was with the purchase of SU-30 fighters, the general said.

He also noted that the Armenian side is developing its own production and preference is given to local products. It comes to communications, repair and modernization of armored vehicles and long-range weapons.