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India signs BrahMos missile deal with Vietnam

From The Straits Times · () English

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  • India has signed a deal to supply BrahMos missiles to Vietnam, developed jointly with Russia.
  • The country is in the final stages of a similar deal with Indonesia.
  • India aims to boost its defense manufacturing and exports within the ASEAN region.

India has finalized an agreement to supply BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Vietnam, a significant move in its defense export strategy. The deal, which includes training and logistical support, is reportedly valued at approximately $629 million. India's Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh announced the agreement on Saturday at Asia's premier defense forum, the Shangri-La Dialogue.

Singh also indicated that India is in the "final stages" of negotiating a similar BrahMos missile deal with Indonesia. These agreements underscore India's commitment to strengthening defense ties with ASEAN nations and bolstering its domestic defense manufacturing capabilities for both local use and international sales.

The BrahMos missile, a joint development between India and Russia, is a key component of India's defense modernization efforts. The supersonic cruise missile has already been sold to the Philippines, marking another step in India's growing presence in the global arms market. The deals with Vietnam and Indonesia are expected to further enhance India's strategic partnerships in Southeast Asia.

India has a strong commitment to ASEAN nations.

— Rajesh Kumar SinghIndia's Defence Secretary speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue.
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