India Finalizes BrahMos Missile Deal with Vietnam, Strengthening Defence Ties
India signs Brahmos deal with Vietnam, confirms Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh
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India has signed a deal to supply BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Vietnam, valued at approximately ₹5,800 crore (about $700 million USD). This agreement, announced by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, marks a significant step in India's defence diplomacy and its role as a trusted partner in the Indo-Pacific region.
- 01The BrahMos deal with Vietnam is valued at around ₹5,800 crore (approximately $700 million USD), making it one of Hanoi's largest recent defence acquisitions.
- 02This agreement follows the Vietnamese President To Lam's visit to India, indicating a strengthening strategic partnership.
- 03India is also in the final stages of negotiations to supply BrahMos missiles to Indonesia, further solidifying its defence relationships in Southeast Asia.
- 04The BrahMos missile, a joint venture with Russia, is one of the fastest supersonic cruise missiles, capable of exceeding Mach 3.
- 05India's defence exports have reportedly grown to over ₹21,000 crore (approximately $2.5 billion USD), highlighting its transition from an importer to a credible exporter.
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At the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh announced that India has signed a deal to supply BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Vietnam, valued at approximately ₹5,800 crore (about $700 million USD). This deal represents a significant milestone in India's defence diplomacy and its growing role as a trusted partner in the Indo-Pacific region. The agreement comes shortly after a visit by Vietnamese President To Lam to India, reflecting the deepening strategic ties between the two nations. Additionally, India is in the final stages of negotiations to supply BrahMos missiles to Indonesia, further enhancing its defence relationships in Southeast Asia. The BrahMos missile, developed as a joint venture with Russia, is known for its high speed and precision, capable of exceeding Mach 3. This export not only supports India's
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The BrahMos deal enhances Vietnam's defence capabilities, contributing to regional stability and security in Southeast Asia.
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