During a meeting with military and government officials and defense industry representatives, President Volodymyr Zelensky on Feb. 14 ordered the creation of a new “comprehensive system linking the army and industry.” The goal is to make manufacturers more aware of the needs on the front line, while Ukraine’s Armed Forces will be better informed about production capabilities in all regions. As the all-out war with Russia nears its two-year mark, Ukraine is increasing efforts to build up its own defense production capacities. Self-reliance is especially vital now as support from the U.S., the k…