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"It's true. I agreed to take responsibility for the procurement of lethal goods during, to put it mildly, a challenging time," wrote Zhumadilov on Facebook. However, the questionable activities of the DOT cast doubt on such promises.
Umerov's Plan: Control and Monopoly
Experts have long suspected that Umerov aims to consolidate key procurements in the hands of trusted individuals. As early as last autumn, he was actively promoting the idea of dissolving the AOZ due to its merger with a smaller entity – the DOT. Zhumadilov's appointment, now simultaneously leading both institutions, appears to be the final step in this plan.
1 2 3 4 5 Previously, Umerov harshly criticized the former head of AOZ, Marina Bezrukova, blaming her for failures. However, the minister's actual actions, including the withdrawal of state representatives from the supervisory board, indicate otherwise — a desire to create a monopoly.
Corruption Risks
The activities of the DOT under Zhumadilov's leadership have already raised numerous questions. Experts note that the structure operates without transparent mechanisms, and funds are often used improperly. The concentration of two key structures in one individual could pose a serious threat to the transparency of procurements.
"The questionable activities of the DOT under Zhumadilov's leadership and his promotion only confirm that corruption flows could only intensify," believes Daria Kalenyuk, director of the Anti-Corruption Center.
Public activists warn that this decision could become a point of no return for the procurement system. The army risks being left without necessary supplies, while budgets may end up in the pockets of officials.