‘Golden Chapter’: PM Modi Announces BrahMos & Astra Missile Deal with Indonesia

India and Indonesia have signed landmark defence agreements, with Jakarta set to procure the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system and Astra beyond-visual-range air-to-air missiles. The announcement came after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto held delegation-level talks in Jakarta, where both leaders described the partnership as the beginning of a "golden chapter" in bilateral ties. Alongside defence, the two countries expanded cooperation in maritime security, critical minerals, rare earths and the strategic Sabang Port. Former BrahMos Aerospace CEO Dr. Sudhir Mishra explains why these agreements mark a significant milestone for India's growing defence exports and strategic presence in the Indo-Pacific. #India #Indonesia #BrahMos #AstraMissile #PMModi #Defence #IndoPacific #Military #StrategicPartnership #DefenceExports Subscribe for sharp geopolitical analysis, global affairs coverage, strategic insights, and in-depth breakdowns of the forces shaping the world order.