This article is authored by Rajiv Bhatia, Distinguished Fellow, Gateway House and a former ambassador of India, New Delhi.

India and Indonesia discussed the potential sale of BrahMos missiles, highlighting local defence production expansion and bilateral cooperation. PM Narendra Modi and Indinesia President Prabowo Subianto committed to fighting terrorism and enhancing defence collaboration.

Last year, the central banks of India and Indonesia signed a memorandum of understanding on using local currencies for trade.

The Brahmos missile, a supersonic cruise missile developed by BrahMos Aerospace, is set to enhance Indonesia's military capabilities and strengthen defense ties between the two nations.

In a joint statement released Sunday, both countries backed an 'effective, substantive' Code of Conduct in the South China Sea.

As the popular leaders of two giant Asian democracies, Narendra Modi and President Prabowo must use their goodwill to counter hate and violence.

India and Indonesia have pitched for a "full and effective" code of conduct in the South China Sea in accordance with the relevant international laws amid China's increasing military muscle-flexing in the region.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's presence at the grand parade came 75 years after Indonesia's first president, Sukarno, attended India's first Republic Day celebrations in 1950 as the chief guest.

India and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to deepening their bilateral partnership and enhancing regional and global cooperation during President Prabowo Subianto’s visit to India as the Chief Guest for the 76th Republic Day celebrations.

India is increasingly assuming the role of a military equipment manufacturer. Philippines is the first country to buy Brahmos missiles from India

Amid China's increasing dominance in South China Sea, India and Indonesia discuss unimpeded lawful maritime commerce and called for promoting peaceful resolution of disputes