KYIV, July 24 – The German concern Rheinmetall AG will build an ammunition production plant in Ukraine, the concern has received a corresponding official order from the Ukrainian government in accordance with the agreements announced in February.

"The order for the Duesseldorf-based technology group Rheinmetall covers the complete technical equipment of the factory through to commissioning. The intention is to start the ammunition production in Ukraine within 24 months," the company said.