Indonesia defense policy

Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin comes to office with a wealth of experience, but will face stiff challenges in implementing President Prabowo Subianto's vision.

The idea of "collaborative combat" could help integrate the country's military and prepare it to meet the challenges of the coming decades.

The agreement, set to be signed in the coming months, offers an opportunity for Jakarta to bolster its domestic defense industry and clarify its position on AUKUS.

A Defense Ministry spokesperson said that the acquisition of the Dassault Mirage 2000-5 jets had been postponed due to fiscal constraints.

All three have pledged to expand and modernize the Indonesian National Armed Forces, though it remains to be seen how they would put the idea into practice.

Since his appointment in 2019, the former general has strengthened the Ministry's position vis-à-vis the country's powerful military.

A closer look at the status of a key development within bilateral defense ties.

A closer look at the status of defense ties between Jakarta and Beijing.

Though new targets offer promise, achieving them will require addressing old challenges.

Luhut Pandjaitan highlighted the potential for military relations between the two sides during a recent visit.

A look at where the country is in establishing a much-needed body.

A closer look at the implications of a likely move.

The two sides discuss potential sales.

Tests for first SIGMA 10514 guided-missile frigate have gone well as delivery date approaches.

Indonesia's Defense White Paper reiterates lofty ambitions, with little advice on how to turn vision into reality.

Lawmakers want existing plans for a new 'base' in the Natunas to get a closer look.

Move would be another blow to Jakarta’s military modernization efforts.