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India planning export of missiles: defence minister
New Delhi (AFP) Jul 27, 2006 India is planning to export missiles, particularly the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile developed jointly with Russia, to friendly countries, Defence Minister Pranab Mukherjee told parliament Thursday. The BrahMos has a range of 280 kilometres (175 miles) and has been developed by Indian and Russian experts since 2001. But Mukherjee refused to give details of whether New Delhi was in negotiations with any country for exports. "Due to the sensitiveness involved with export of the missile, it is not possible to give details," he said. Besides exports, the BrahMos missile would also be used by the armed forces of India and Russia, Mukherjee said in reply to a question posed by an Indian MP. India has already fitted some of its warships with BrahMos missiles and is working on a version for its land forces. A report in April said the Indian Air Force had begun work to arm its frontline fighter jets with the missile. India has developed an array of ballistic missiles in its goal to achieve military self-reliance and eventually become a major player in the global arms bazaar. Earlier this month, the first test of India's longest-range nuclear-capable ballistic missile, the Agni-III, failed. Community Email This Article Comment On This Article Related Links The Military Industrial Complex at SpaceWar.com Learn about the Superpowers of the 21st Century at SpaceWar.com
USAF Adds Billions To F-22 Raptor Costs
Washington (UPI) Jul 26, 2006The U.S. Air Force's plan to buy up to 60 more F-22 fighter jets will cost $1.7 billion, the Government Accountability Office said. |
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