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Indonesia military
Indonesia’s Scorpene Submarine Deal With France, Explained
By James Guild
Under the terms of the long-awaited deal, two of the French submarines will be built in Indonesia by the state shipbuilding firm PT PAL.
Indonesia Arrests 13 Soldiers in Investigation of Papua Torture Video
By Sebastian Strangio
The armed forces were forced to issue a rare apology after a video showing soldiers torturing a Papuan separatist fighter was posted online.
Dancing into Power: The Successful Rehabilitation of Indonesia’s Prabowo Subianto
By Teuku Harza Mauludi and Pius Fozan
How did an ex-general with such a controversial past manage to scale the pinnacle of Indonesian politics?
Will Prabowo’s Win Increase the Military’s Influence In Indonesian Politics?
By Nia Deliana and Moch Faisal Karim
The army's influence has been on the rise over the past decade. Will this continue under the ex-general's leadership?
The Maritime Implications of Indonesia’s Presidential Election
By John Bradford and Waffaa Kharisma
Maritime affairs have not been a major campaign issue, but the three candidates' policies could have far-reaching implications on Indonesian security.
Where Does Indonesia’s Prabowo Subianto Stand on Foreign Policy?
By Noto Suoneto
The defense minister would likely follow the broad approach of President Joko Widodo, but with a heavier emphasis on defense.
Where Indonesia’s Presidential Candidates Stand on National Defense
By Muhammad Fauzan Malufti
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.
US-Indonesia Security Relations Flourish in a Changing Indo-Pacific
By Joseph Rachman
Defense cooperation between Washington and Jakarta is on an upswing, but on the Indonesian side clear limits remain.
Can Indonesia Afford Its Big Military Modernization Plans?
By James Guild
Despite a rash of major defense acquisitions, the country still spends a relatively low percentage of its GDP on defense.
Indonesia, US Open Military Drills Amid South China Sea Tension
By Sebastian Strangio
The 2023 Super Garuda Shield exercise will involve 24 nations as participants or observers, including several for the first time.
Indonesia Shifts ASEAN Military Drills Out of Disputed Waters
By Sebastian Strangio
The non-combat drills, the first to be held by the Southeast Asian bloc, will now take place near Batam island, well outside China's "nine-dash line" claim.
Indonesia Confirms Purchase of Secondhand Jet Fighters From Qatar
By Sebastian Strangio
The fleet of 12 Mirage 2000-5 jets is intended to bridge the air force over until the delivery of a new fleet of French fighters beginning in early 2026.
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