Indonesia Becomes First Foreign Customer of India’s Astra Air Missile The agreement between India and Indonesia on the purchase of Astra air to air missiles marks a significant milestone in India's defense diplomacy.
This deal is more than just a business transaction; it underscores India's emerging status as a major player in the region by demonstrating its ability to export world class weapons.
Developed indigenously by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) without foreign collaboration, the Astra missile represents a remarkable achievement for India's defense industry.