Vietnam Secures BrahMos Missiles From India, Indonesia Agreement In Final Negotiation Stage

Vietnam Signs BrahMos Deal

Vietnam has signed a contract with India to acquire the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system, jointly developed by India’s DRDO and Russia’s NPO Mashinostroyenia. Though the financial details have not been publicly disclosed, reports suggest the deal could be worth around ₹6,000 crore (USD 629 million), including training and logistical support. This is Vietnam’s largest defence purchase from India to date.

Indonesia Agreement Nears Completion

India is also in advanced talks with Indonesia, with the pact expected to be finalized soon. Indonesia had earlier expressed interest in BrahMos to strengthen its maritime security capabilities. Singh confirmed that the deal is “in the final stages,” reflecting India’s deepening defence ties with ASEAN nations.

Strategic Importance

The BrahMos missile is one of the fastest operational cruise missiles in the world, capable of speeds up to Mach 3 and deployment from land, sea, air, and submarine platforms. Its export strengthens India’s Act East Policy, enhances regional deterrence, and builds stronger defence partnerships in the Indo-Pacific amid rising tensions in the South China Sea.

India’s Defence Export Push

India previously signed a USD 375 million BrahMos contract with the Philippines in 2022, with deliveries already underway. Several other countries, including Malaysia, Singapore, Brazil, and the UAE, have shown interest in the missile system. These deals highlight India’s emergence as a reliable supplier of advanced military technology.

Defence Deal Highlights

• Vietnam signs BrahMos missile deal with India
• Indonesia pact in final stages of negotiation
• BrahMos capable of speeds up to Mach 3
• India earlier signed USD 375 million BrahMos deal with Philippines
• ASEAN nations increasingly turning to India for defence partnerships

Sources: India TV News, India Today, United News of India, The Hindu, The Hindu BusinessLine