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India, Indonesia Deepen Strategic Partnership With BrahMos, Astra Missile Deals
India, Indonesia Deepen Strategic Partnership With BrahMos, Astra Missile Deals
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi & Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto held high-level bilateral talks on Tuesday, advancing a comprehensive strategic partnership focused on defence, critical minerals, maritime, digital governance.
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In a significant boost to bilateral defence ties, Indonesia is set to acquire BrahMos supersonic cruise missile batteries and India’s Astra Mk-1 air-to-air missiles, alongside other key initiatives like joint development of Sabang Port, critical minerals collaboration, and India-built Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) tailored for Indonesian elections.Key Highlights of the India-Indonesia PartnershipExpansion of BrahMos Missile CooperationIndonesia is set to expand its BrahMos inventory with additional coastal defence missile batteries, following an initial contract for the supersonic cruise missile system jointly developed by India and Russia.The move strengthens India's position as an emerging defence exporter while enhancing Indonesia's maritime deterrence capabilities in the Indo-Pacific.Indonesia to Import India's Astra Mk1 MissileIndonesia has decided to import India's indigenously developed Astra Mk1 beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile, making it the missile's first international export.The two sides are also exploring broader defence industrial collaboration, including potential maintenance hubs and co-production.Joint Development of Sabang PortA major maritime highlight is the joint development of Sabang Port in Aceh, strategically located near the Strait of Malacca, one of the world's busiest maritime trade routes through which nearly one-third of global shipping passes.Situated close to India's Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the project is expected to enhance maritime connectivity, logistics cooperation and regional security across the eastern Indian Ocean while aiding Indonesia’s infrastructure goals.India to Develop Indonesia-Specific EVMsIndia will assist in building Indonesia-specific Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), drawing on its extensive experience in conducting large-scale democratic elections through secure electronic voting systems.Strategic Investments in Critical MineralsBoth nations have also agreed to deepen collaboration in critical minerals, with Indian investments eyed in Indonesia’s rich reserves of nickel, steel, and rare earth elements.Indonesia, a global leader in nickel production, offers strategic opportunities for India to secure supplies for its EV battery and stainless steel sectors, reducing dependency on other sources.Restoration of Prambanan TempleDuring his visit, PM Modi is set to launch an Indian-supported restoration project for the iconic 9th-century Prambanan Temple, Indonesia’s largest Hindu temple dedicated to Hindu God Lord Shiva.Both leaders also reaffirmed commitments to counter-terrorism, maritime security, health, culture, and trade diversification.The visit marks another significant milestone in the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, reinforcing New Delhi's Act East Policy and its broader vision for a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific.
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India, Indonesia Deepen Strategic Partnership With BrahMos, Astra Missile Deals
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto held high-level bilateral talks on Tuesday at the Merdeka Presidential Palace, advancing a comprehensive strategic partnership focused on defence, critical minerals, maritime connectivity and digital governance.
In a significant boost to bilateral defence ties, Indonesia is set to acquire BrahMos supersonic cruise missile batteries and India’s Astra Mk-1 air-to-air missiles, alongside other key initiatives like joint development of Sabang Port, critical minerals collaboration, and India-built Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) tailored for Indonesian elections.
Key Highlights of the India-Indonesia Partnership
Expansion of BrahMos Missile Cooperation
Indonesia is set to expand its
BrahMos inventory with additional coastal defence missile batteries, following an
initial contract for the supersonic cruise missile system jointly developed by
India and
Russia.
The move strengthens India's position as an emerging defence exporter while enhancing
Indonesia's maritime deterrence capabilities in
the Indo-Pacific.
Indonesia to Import India's Astra Mk1 Missile
Indonesia has decided to import India's indigenously developed Astra Mk1 beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile, making it the missile's first international export.
The two sides are also exploring broader defence industrial collaboration, including potential maintenance hubs and co-production.
Joint Development of Sabang Port
A major maritime highlight is the joint development of Sabang Port in Aceh, strategically located near the Strait of Malacca, one of the world's busiest maritime trade routes through which nearly one-third of global shipping passes.
Situated close to India's Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the project is expected to enhance maritime connectivity, logistics cooperation and regional security across the eastern Indian Ocean while aiding Indonesia’s infrastructure goals.
India to Develop Indonesia-Specific EVMs
India will assist in building Indonesia-specific Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), drawing on its extensive experience in conducting large-scale democratic elections through secure electronic voting systems.
Strategic Investments in Critical Minerals
Both nations have also agreed to
deepen collaboration in critical minerals, with Indian investments eyed in Indonesia’s rich reserves of nickel, steel, and rare earth elements.
Indonesia, a global leader in nickel production, offers strategic opportunities for India to secure supplies for its EV battery and stainless steel sectors, reducing dependency on other sources.
Restoration of Prambanan Temple
During his visit, PM Modi is set to launch an Indian-supported restoration project for the iconic 9th-century Prambanan Temple, Indonesia’s largest Hindu temple dedicated to Hindu God Lord Shiva.
Both leaders also reaffirmed commitments to counter-terrorism, maritime security, health, culture, and trade diversification.
The visit marks another significant milestone in the India-
Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, reinforcing New Delhi's
Act East Policy and its broader vision for a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific.
