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BrahMos Goes Global
BrahMos, the India-Russia supersonic cruise missile, has become India's marquee defence export. The Philippines signed the first foreign order in 2022 for a shore-based anti-ship version, and in July 2026 India and Indonesia used PM Modi's Jakarta visit to elevate cooperation on the BrahMos system, with defence media reporting a fresh acquisition agreement. For an aspirant, BrahMos is the sharpest illustration of India's shift from the world's biggest arms buyer toward an arms seller.
Last updated 14 July 20265 min read
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BrahMos exports expand: Philippines (2022) remains the first customer; the July 2026 India-Indonesia joint statement elevates BrahMos cooperation, with defence press reporting a ~$630m deal whose value is not officially confirmed.
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