Indonesia to Buy India's Astra Missiles After Successful Tests
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Why in news
India and Indonesia are set to sign defense and industrial agreements, including the export of Astra air-to-air missiles and BrahMos batteries, strengthening their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Background
India will export Astra air-to-air missiles and BrahMos missile batteries to Indonesia. The agreements also cover investments in nickel, steel, and rare earth magnets, alongside cooperation on Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs).
Facts for Prelims
- S&TAstra: An indigenous Indian air-to-air missile developed by DRDO.
- S&TBrahMos: A supersonic cruise missile developed jointly by India and Russia.
- FactIndonesia is a key source of nickel, a critical mineral for EV battery production.
- PostNarendra Modi: Prime Minister of India.
For Mains
Q. Analyze how defense exports and critical mineral cooperation are reshaping India's 'Act East' policy and its strategic autonomy in the Indo-Pacific region.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic leverage: Utilizing defense exports to deepen maritime security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific
- Supply chain resilience: Securing critical minerals like nickel to reduce dependence on single-source imports
- Technological diplomacy: Exporting high-tech manufacturing capabilities (EVMs) as a tool for soft power
Keywords: Comprehensive Strategic Partnership · Defense Diplomacy · Critical Minerals · Act East Policy · Strategic Autonomy
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