India-Indonesia Defence Cooperation Framework

India and Indonesia are progressing towards a comprehensive framework agreement aimed at enhancing defence cooperation and technology sharing. This initiative could lead to significant projects in defense technology.

Potential Projects and Areas of Cooperation

• Development of surface-to-surface missiles and air defence systems.
• Sharing and co-production of submarine manufacturing technologies.

Brahmos Missile Discussions

There are ongoing discussions regarding the Brahmos surface-to-surface supersonic cruise missile system, with Indonesia showing interest in technology transfer. This is framed under the larger agreement and involves cooperation with Russia.

• Indonesia has agreed to a confidential clause with both Russian and Indian sides, ensuring technology security.

Other Defence Projects

• A potential large contract involving air defence systems for land and naval applications.
• Cooperation in submarine technology, specifically with Scorpene submarines, which are produced in India with French collaboration.

This framework is set to establish a reliable legal basis for sharing advanced technologies and joint production of weapon systems, further cementing India and Indonesia's defence relations.