About ADB The Asian Development Bank (ADB) was founded in 1966 with the primary mission of fostering growth and cooperation among countries in the Asia-Pacific Region. It is headquartered in Manila, Philippines. At present, ADB comprises 68 members (including India) …
What’s in the news? India has delivered the first batch of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to the Philippines. The Philippines is acquiring the systems under Horizon Two of the Revised Armed Forces of the Philippines Modernization Programme. In January 2022, …
Why in News? India delivered the first batch of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to the Philippines as part of a $375 million deal signed by the two countries in 2022. History of Brahmos In the early 1980s, the Integrated Guided …