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India’s arms sector eyes pivotal breakthrough with UAE: ‘confidence booster’
A potential sale of BrahMos missiles to the United Arab Emirates could mark a significant step in India’s push to become a serious arms exporter, giving New Delhi a foothold in one of the world’s most competitive security markets, analysts have said. The talks also include the potential sale of Akashteer, India’s automated air-defence command-and-control system, according to a Reuters report from June 22. No deal has been signed and discussions remain in the early stages, but analysts say a UAE...
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Assahifa
· Jun 22, 2026
Reuters: UAE Explores Purchase of India's BrahMos Missile as Gulf Security Concerns Rise
The United Arab Emirates is holding discussions with India over the potential acquisition of several advanced defense systems, including the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, as Abu Dhabi seeks to strengthen its military capabilities following recent regional security challenges, Reuters reported on Monday, citing Indian sources familiar with the matter. According to four Indian sources quoted ...
Middle East News 247
· Jul 1, 2026
Abu Dhabi construction sector shifts to high-value growth as private investment rises
Photo Credit : WAM Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry has released a new report showing that Abu Dhabi’s construction sector is moving into a more advanced growth phase, driven by technology-led systems, stronger private sector involvement and higher-value project delivery. The report, titled Abu Dhabi’s Construction Sector, is the second sector-focused study under [] The post Abu Dhabi construction sector shifts to high-value growth as private investment rises appeared first on Middle East News 247.
Yemen Press Agency
· Jun 23, 2026
UAE negotiates with India to purchase BrahMos missiles and Akashtir system
ABU DHABI, June 23 (YPA) – The UAE is conducting accelerated talks with India to purchase advanced defense systems, including the supersonic BrahMos missile and the Akashtir air defense system. Indian sources reported that the talks accelerated following security developments in the Middle East, as part of Abu Dhabi’s efforts to enhance its capabilities and []
The Economic Times
· Jun 29, 2026
India's arms exports: The expanding buyer map
India's arms exports: The expanding buyer map
UrduPoint
· Jul 11, 2026
The Rock-It Company establishes Middle East Regional Headquarters in Abu Dhabi
The Rock-It Company establishes Middle East Regional Headquarters in Abu Dhabi
South China Morning Post
· Jun 24, 2026
India’s military self-reliance push hits private sector tech deficit
India’s private defence companies are poised to expand their footprint in the sector, but analysts warn they still lack the technology and capabilities needed to produce cutting-edge weapons for the country’s military or export markets. In the 2025-26 financial year, the private sector accounted for 24 per cent of India’s defence output, or US4.4 billion out of a record US18.7 billion, according to a defence ministry statement released last week. The figures reflect a gradual shift away from a...
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Related coverage for "India’s arms sector eyes pivotal breakthrough with UAE: ‘confidence booster’": Assahifa — Reuters: UAE Explores Purchase of India's BrahMos Missile as Gulf Security Concerns Rise. Middle East News 247 — Abu Dhabi construction sector shifts to high-value growth as private investment rises. Yemen Press Agency — UAE negotiates with India to purchase BrahMos missiles and Akashtir system. The Economic Times — India's arms exports: The expanding buyer map . UrduPoint — The Rock-It Company establishes Middle East Regional Headquarters in Abu Dhabi. South China Morning Post — India’s military self-reliance push hits private sector tech deficit