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Why Is the UAE Interested in Indian Weapons?
The Real Reason Behind the UAE’s Interest
Indian-made weapons are becoming increasingly popular in the international market. More and more countries have either purchased or are planning to purchase Indian defence equipment. India has recently opened exports of several major systems, including the Pinaka rocket launcher, the Akash air defence system, the Swathi weapon-locating radar, and one of its most lethal weapons — the BrahMos cruise missile.
In the coming years, the list of countries buying Indian weapons is expected to grow even further. Armenia has already acquired the Akash and Pinaka systems, while the Philippines has inducted the BrahMos, and Vietnam is also moving toward acquiring it. India is currently in discussions with countries like Indonesia and Singapore for additional defence deals.
Now, another country has shown interest in Indian weapons, and this time it is from the Middle East. The country is the United Arab Emirates. Yes, the UAE is looking at Indian-made defence systems for its arsenal. If the deal goes through, the UAE could become the first country in the Middle East to…
