Indonesia Inks $200-350M BrahMos Missile Deal with India for Defence Boost

• Indonesia has signed an agreement with India to procure the BrahMos missile system, estimated between $200 million and $350 million.
• The deal aims to modernize Indonesia's military hardware and enhance defence capabilities, particularly in the maritime sector.
• BrahMos is a supersonic cruise missile, a joint venture between India and Russia, known for its speed (Mach 2.8-3.0) and precision.
• It can be launched from land, sea, sub-sea, and air platforms, operating on a "Fire and Forget" principle with high accuracy.
• India is transitioning from a defence importer to an exporter, following a $375 million BrahMos deal with the Philippines in 2022.