How India’s BrahMos missile deal with Indonesia signals a new strategic era

India is finalizing a $450 million deal to supply BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Indonesia, marking a significant shift in Southeast Asia's defense landscape. The deal positions India as a key security actor in the region, offering advanced defense technology without political conditions or strategic pressure. Indonesia's acquisition of BrahMos enhances its maritime deterrence, particularly in the Natuna Sea and Malacca Strait.