Jakarta confirms agreement with India to acquire supersonic BrahMos missiles as part of its military modernisation drive.
Indonesia has confirmed an agreement with India to procure the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system, marking a major step in strengthening defence ties between the two countries, according to media reports.
The development was confirmed by Rico Ricardo Sirait, a senior official from the Indonesian Defence Ministry. The deal comes after months of negotiations between the two nations.
The BrahMos missile is produced by BrahMos Aerospace, a joint venture between the governments of India and Russia. In 2023, the company said it was in advanced talks with Indonesia for a contract estimated between $200 million and $350 million.
The agreement is expected to boost Indonesia’s military capabilities, particularly in long-range precision missile systems.
BrahMos success during Operation Sindoor
India’s BrahMos missiles gained significant attention following their operational use during Operation Sindoor.
During the operation, the Indian Armed Forces reportedly deployed the supersonic cruise missiles as a primary offensive weapon to conduct precision strikes against terror infrastructure in Pakistan-held territory after the Pahalgam terror attack.
The missiles were mainly launched from modified Sukhoi Su‑30MKI fighter aircraft. Their high speed, accuracy and multi-platform launch capability helped disable strategic runways, command centres and fortified positions.
Defence experts said the operation highlighted India’s growing strategic strike capability and indigenous defence manufacturing strength.
India expanding BrahMos exports
Indonesia’s decision to acquire BrahMos missiles is part of a broader trend of growing interest in Indian defence technology.
Earlier, India signed a $375 million defence deal with the Philippines to supply the missile system. The first batch of BrahMos missiles was delivered in April last year.
An Boeing C‑17 Globemaster III transport aircraft of the Indian Air Force carried the missiles and launchers to the Philippines, where they were deployed by the country’s marine forces.
The agreement came amid rising geopolitical tensions and China’s growing military presence in the South China Sea.
Meanwhile, Vietnam is also in advanced discussions with India to procure the BrahMos missile system, further strengthening India’s position as an emerging defence exporter.
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