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Indonesia and the Creeping Threat of ‘Military Operations Other Than War’
By Azifah Astrina
Jakarta's revised TNI law illustrates the danger of the “MOOTW” doctrine – a worrying concept that is not unique to Indonesia.
Indonesia’s Quiet Militarization Under President Prabowo Subianto
By Azifah Astrina
The revision of the TNI Law has eroded the principle of civilian supremacy. It could also undermine the cohesion of the military itself.
How Indonesia’s Revised Military Law Could Impact Regional Security Dynamics
By Edna C. Pattisina
The legal changes are a sign of Jakarta's increasing concern about the potential for conflict in the region, especially over Taiwan.
Beyond the Barracks: Indonesia’s Military Edges Back Into Civilian Affairs
By Carolyn Nash
Recent revisions to the country's 2004 National Armed Forces Law have broken down the firewall between the military and civilian spheres.
Navigating Uncertainty: Why Indonesia Needs a National Maritime Strategy
By Aristyo Rizka Darmawan
President Prabowo Subianto has plans to modernize the country's military, but there is a hole at the center of his strategy.
Indonesian Parliament Passes Law Expanding Military’s Role in Government
By Sebastian Strangio
Civil society groups say that the changes are a throwback to the repressive New Order period, when the military dominated civilian affairs.
Indonesia’s Government Dilutes Proposed Changes to Military Law
By Sebastian Strangio
The shift follows widespread concerns that President Prabowo Subianto is seeking to reinstate the Suharto-era doctrine of "dual function."
Between Opportunity and Constraint: Recent Developments in Indonesia-France Security Ties
By Muhammad Fauzan Malufti
The current global uncertainties are pushing the two nations into closer strategic alignment.
Beyond Firepower: Rethinking Indonesia’s Surface Vessel Acquisition Priorities
By Iqbal Bagus Alfiansyah
In modernizing the Indonesian Navy's surface fleet, Jakarta should anticipate changes to the nature of conflict.
Indonesia’s Defense Minister Has a Chance to Remake the Military For a New Era
By Rahmad Budi Harto
Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin comes to office with a wealth of experience, but will face stiff challenges in implementing President Prabowo Subianto's vision.
Prabowo’s Global Vision: Can the Indonesian Military Handle the Pressure?
By Muhammad Fauzan Malufti
The new president's ambitious defense diplomacy is placing intense operational demands on the country's armed forces.
Reexamining Gender-Based Violence in the Aceh Conflict
By Firhandika Ade Santury
The pervasive mistreatment of women during the separatist conflict has yet to be fully recognized by the Indonesian government.
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