Japan, US Discuss China Ahead of Trump-Xi Summit

By BPN News Desk September 24, 2026

International

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has said she held a “timely” discussion on China with US President Donald Trump ahead of his summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as Tokyo seeks close coordination with Washington on regional security and economic issues. Takaichi and Trump Discuss

International

India To Supply BrahMos To Indonesia

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2026

India is set to supply Indonesia with two batteries of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles in a deal valued at around $200 million, marking another major step in India’s defence export push. India Indonesia BrahMos Missile Deal The BrahMos agreement was finalised as part of a wider package of defence cooperation between India and Indonesia during […]

International

China Deploys Dual Carrier Groups Near Taiwan in Show of Force

By BPN News Desk June 2, 2025

China has dramatically intensified its military posture around Taiwan by deploying two aircraft carrier groups and nearly 70 warships during May 2025. This marks one of the largest demonstrations of Chinese naval power in the region and has drawn sharp responses from Taiwan, Japan, and the United States. Massive Naval Deployment The People’s Liberation Army […]

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US Approves $131M Maritime Surveillance Equipment Sale to India

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2025

In a significant move to bolster maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region, the United States has approved a potential sale of maritime surveillance equipment to India, valued at approximately $131 million. This development underscores the deepening defense ties between the two nations and their shared commitment to maintaining stability in the region. The proposed sale

Defence

India Finalizes €7 Billion Deal for Rafale-M Jets, Chooses Indigenous Astra Missiles

By BPN News Desk February 23, 2025

India and France have successfully concluded negotiations for the acquisition of 26 Rafale-Marine (Rafale-M) fighter jets, a deal estimated at approximately €7 billion. The formal agreement is anticipated to be signed in April during the French Defence Minister’s visit to India. This procurement aims to bolster the Indian Navy’s carrier-based aviation

Defence

India Set to Finalize $450 Million BrahMos Missile Deal with Indonesia

By BPN News Desk January 12, 2025

India is on the verge of concluding a $450 million agreement to export BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Indonesia, positioning it as the second ASEAN nation, following the Philippines, to acquire this advanced weaponry. The deal has been under negotiation for an extended period, with significant discussions occurring during Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo

National

NSA Doval and US Counterpart Discuss Indo-Pacific Security, Bolster Bilateral Ties

By BPN News Desk November 1, 2024

In a pivotal diplomatic conversation, India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval engaged in discussions with his US counterpart, NSA Jake Sullivan, focusing on regional security and strategic stability, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. The dialogue reflects the increasingly robust partnership between the two nations, united by democratic principles and converging