The Philippines is actively seeking to acquire Indian-built submarines, a move that enhances India’s defense export ambitions and aligns with the July 2023 India-France MoU for joint submarine manufacturing. This collaboration leverages Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited’s expertise from the successful delivery of Kalvari-class submarines to the Indian Navy, establishing India as a reliable partner for advanced naval platforms amid rising tensions in the South China Sea. The Scorpene-class submarines, known for their stealth and capabilities, are ideally suited for the Philippines’ maritime security needs, reinforcing India’s Make in India initiative while bolstering regional security partnerships against assertive actions by China.