India’s Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh, has extended an offer to provide the UAE with the domestically produced Akash air defence missile system, signaling a move to bolster bilateral defence ties between the two countries. The proposal comes as both nations express a strong interest in ramping up cooperation in various areas such as military drills, training programs, defence-industrial initiatives, and the exchange of technology. This strategic move falls in line with India’s broader objective of exporting indigenous defence solutions to its allies, ultimately contributing to the promotion of peace and stability in the region.