Trump Invokes Defence Production Act to Bolster US Weapon Stockpiles
US President Donald Trump has invoked the Defence Production Act, aiming to enhance the delivery of weapons and boost the nation's stockpiles. Critics suggest that current stockpiles have been strained by the war in Iran and other conflicts. The President's order, dated June 11, cited "systemic constraints in the munitions industrial base" and directed Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to address depleted defence capacity through voluntary agreements.
US President Donald Trump has invoked the Defence Production Act, aiming to bolster the delivery of weapons and increase the country's stockpiles. This action comes amidst concerns regarding the state of the United States' defence capacity.
According to a memo dated June 11 and posted in the Federal Register, President Trump cited "systemic constraints in the munitions industrial base" as a reason for his order. He directed Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth to develop "voluntary agreements and plans of action" to address the perceived depletion of US defence capabilities.
Critics reportedly assert that current US weapon stockpiles have been strained by the war in Iran and other conflicts. The President's invocation of the act seeks to rectify these issues.
(Source: South China Morning Post)
