Philippines Eyes India's Akash Air Defence System After BrahMos Success
Philippines Eyes India's Akash Air Defence System After BrahMos Success Introduction After the successful procurement of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile , the Philippines is now considering India's Akash Air Defence System to enhance its air defense capabilities. This move underscores India’s growing influence in the global defense market and the strengthening defense ties between India and the Philippines amid regional security challenges. Why is the Philippines Interested in the Akash System? Proven Track Record The Akash missile system is a battle-tested surface-to-air missile (SAM) system that has been in service with the Indian Air Force (IAF) and Indian Army for years. It has demonstrated its effectiveness against enemy aircraft, drones, and cruise missiles . Affordable and Reliable Alternative Compared to Western missile defense systems like the Patriot (USA) or S-400 (Russia) , Akash offers a cost-effective solution without compromising on performance. Indi...