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Indonesia, Russia Ink Defense Protocol Amid Fighter Jet Deal
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both sides continue to work out ways to advance military ties amid existing challenges.
Indonesia: A New Shipbuilding 'Magnet' from ASEAN to Africa?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The head of the country’s state-owned shipbuilder offers a rather optimistic reading despite the familiar challenges that remain.
Indonesia Talks Up Military Ties With Poland
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Luhut Pandjaitan highlighted the potential for military relations between the two sides during a recent visit.
What’s With Indonesia’s 'Big' Military Exercise Near the South China Sea?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The drills (though far more routine than headlines suggest) show that Jakarta is determined to protect its interests.
Why is the Indonesia-Russia Fighter Jet Deal Still on Hold?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The agreement continues to prove elusive for both sides.
Confronting Indonesia’s Maritime Coordination Challenge
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The state of a new maritime security body reveals the enduring challenge Jakarta faces in this respect.
Indonesia Air Force Chief Highlights Corruption Menace Amid Anniversary
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Air Marshal Hadi Tjahjanto had a sobering message for the service even as he joined them in annual celebrations.
Indonesia’s New Air Force Chief Visits Singapore
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Trip reaffirms the importance of a challenging defense relationship for both sides.
Indonesia Becomes World’s First Buyer of New Helicopter Drone
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Jakarta has become the first customer to receive and test the Skeldar-V-200 rotary UAV.
Indonesia, Portugal Eye Defense Partnership
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The two countries are looking at opportunities to work together more in the defense domain.
Indonesia Offers Pakistan Defense Equipment
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The two sides discuss potential sales.