BrahMos India to supply missiles to Indonesia in $630 million defence deal

India will supply BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles and Astra air-to-air missiles to Indonesia under a defence deal worth about $630 million, an Indian government official said on Tuesday.

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The agreement is expected to be signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Jakarta. If finalised, Indonesia will become the third country to purchase the BrahMos missile system.

The deal marks a significant expansion of India’s defence exports. It also strengthens strategic ties with Southeast Asia’s largest economy as competition for influence in the Indo-Pacific region intensifies.

India and Russia jointly developed the BrahMos missile, which ranks among the world’s fastest supersonic cruise missiles. Military forces can launch the weapon from land, sea and air platforms.

The package also includes Astra beyond-visual-range air-to-air missiles. Indonesia plans to integrate the missiles into its Russian-made Sukhoi fighter aircraft.

Indian officials did not immediately comment on the agreement. Likewise, the Indonesian Embassy in New Delhi did not respond to requests for comment.

In March, Indonesia confirmed that it had reached an agreement with India to procure the BrahMos missile system. At the time, Indonesia’s Defence Ministry said the deal was in its final stages and estimated its value at between $200 million and $350 million.

Interest in the BrahMos missile has increased since India used the system during its four-day conflict with Pakistan last year, marking its first combat deployment.

India has already signed agreements to export BrahMos missiles to Vietnam and the Philippines. In addition, several other countries, including the United Arab Emirates, have expressed interest in acquiring the system.

During his visit, Modi will hold talks with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. The leaders are expected to discuss maritime security, defence industrial cooperation, regional connectivity and broader strategic coordination in the Indo-Pacific.

Officials said negotiations on the missile agreement include a phased acquisition plan. As a result, Indonesia would gradually expand its missile capabilities over time.

The proposed package includes missile systems, supporting infrastructure, operator training, maintenance services and long-term technical assistance.

Meanwhile, bilateral trade between India and Indonesia reached $28.15 billion in the 2024-25 financial year. Indonesia is India’s second-largest trading partner within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

Ahead of the visit, Modi said his tours of Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand would strengthen India’s “Act East” policy and reinforce its commitment to a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific.