Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh confirmed on May 30, 2026, that India has signed a deal for the BrahMos missile system with Vietnam, while a similar agreement with Indonesia is in its final stages. Singh made these remarks during the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, marking the first official acknowledgment of the Vietnam deal. He emphasized India's commitment to sharing advanced defence technologies with ASEAN nations, which include countries like the Philippines and Vietnam that have maritime disputes with China in the South China Sea. Singh highlighted the importance of resilient defence partnerships and supply chains in light of geopolitical uncertainties and disruptions in global trade. He noted that India has undergone significant reforms in defence production and innovation, fostering private sector participation and enhancing indigenous capabilities. Singh stated that three Indian government-owned defence firms rank among the world's top 100 arms producers, as India seeks to establish itself as a reliable defence manufacturing hub.