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Vietnam Secures $629 M BrahMos Deal, Expands Act-East Policy

6/1/2026

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Vietnam signed a deal to buy India-Russia BrahMos cruise missiles, becoming the region’s third buyer.
India’s secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh announced at the Shangri-La Dialogue that the Vietnam sale is finalized.
The contract, valued at about 60 billion rupees ($629 million), includes training and logistical support.
BrahMos missiles, an India-Russia joint venture, can launch from submarines, ships, aircraft or land and reach at least 380 km, supporting India’s Act East policy against China.

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Story summary

Vietnam signed a deal to buy India-Russia BrahMos cruise missiles, becoming the region’s third buyer.
India’s secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh announced at the Shangri-La Dialogue that the Vietnam sale is finalized.
The contract, valued at about 60 billion rupees ($629 million), includes training and logistical support.
BrahMos missiles, an India-Russia joint venture, can launch from submarines, ships, aircraft or land and reach at least 380 km, supporting India’s Act East policy against China.