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Philippines Eyes 60 More Indian BrahMos Missiles as China's Wang Yi Tries To Divide Manila

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India’s BrahMos missile is back in the spotlight as the Philippines moves toward a potential US$700-800 million deal for five systems and nearly 60 missiles, which would significantly expand Manila’s coastal defense capabilities. New Delhi is also reportedly developing upgrades to the BrahMos, including a lighter new-generation version with longer range and greater indigenous content. The potential missile deal comes as Manila pushes back against mounting Chinese political pressure, including demands that Philippine officials tone down criticism of Beijing. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s brief decision to close its airspace to Taiwanese airlines has raised fresh questions over the extent of China’s influence. In this episode, we examine the Philippines’ growing BrahMos arsenal, India’s expanding security role in Southeast Asia, and what Beijing’s diplomatic pressure campaign against Manila and Taipei means for security and stability in the Indo-Pacific. *Recorded on November 11, 2026 at 11am Taiwan Standard Time Host/Senior Producer: Yin Khvat Planner: Miguel Yang Consultant: Max Yu Videographer: Jun Ng Our guests: Andrew Yang - Former Republic of China (Taiwan) Minister of National Defense P. R. Shankar - Retired Indian Army Lt. General and Former Director General of the Artillery Don McLain Gill - De La Salle University Department of International Studies Lecturer