Philippines fortifies coast with Indian BrahMos missiles amid China tensions
By Vivek Dubey
By Vivek Dubey
CNBC-TV18.com
CNBC-TV18.com
Published Apr 19, 2024
Published Apr 19, 2024
BrahMos Arrival
BrahMos Arrival
Philippines is set to receive its first BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles from India.
Deal Details
Deal Details
This is part of a $375 million deal signed between the two sides in 2022.
Delivery Method
Delivery Method
The Indian Air Force is deploying its American-made C-17 Globemaster transport aircraft for delivery.
Sea Route
Sea Route
Additionally, cargo vessels have been commissioned for sea route transportation.
Export Commencement
Export Commencement
The export of ground systems for the BrahMos missile system began last month.
Regional Tensions
Regional Tensions
This delivery comes amidst escalating tensions between the Philippines and China.
Defence Strategy
Defence Strategy
The Philippines plans to deploy three batteries of the BrahMos missile system along its coastal areas.
Global Approval
Global Approval
The deal has received multiple approvals from partner nations.
Successful Venture
Successful Venture
The BrahMos missile, a joint venture between DRDO and Russia’s NPO Mashinostroyeniya, is one of the most successful missile programs globally.
Precision Weapon
Precision Weapon
Acknowledged as the foremost and swiftest precision-guided weapon globally, BrahMos has enhanced India’s deterrence capabilities.
Indian Integration
Indian Integration
The Indian Army has integrated multiple BrahMos regiments into its arsenal since 2007.
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