
India and the UAE are reportedly in talks for the sale of advanced Indian defence systems, including the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile and the Akashteer air defence system. If finalized, the deal would mark another major milestone for India's rapidly growing defence exports sector. The discussions come amid rising global interest in Indian-made military hardware following the performance of indigenous systems and India's push for defence self-reliance. Defence exports have surged from just $81 million in 2013-14 to over $4 billion in FY26. According to reuters, Thailand, South Africa, Brazil, Chile have shown interest in BrahMos. What could this deal mean for India, the UAE, and the global defence market? Watch the full report.