Indonesia-Russia defense relations

Indonesia has denied reports that Russia is seeking to station military aircraft in its easternmost province. But this may not be the end of the matter given Russia’s interests in the region. 

As geopolitical tensions grow, Jakarta is seeking to insulate its military, and its economy, from possible Western pressure.

The Indonesian defense minister recently announced that a much anticipated defense deal will finally be concluded this November.

Indonesia and Russia still haven't signed a contract for the purchase of 11 Russian-made Su-35 fighter jets.

Indonesia’s defense minister recently confirmed the purchase of 11 Russian-made fighter jets.

The final contract is to be inked this year, according to a senior Russian defense industry official.

Russia continues to push Indonesia to ink an agreement for up to 10 Su-35 combat aircraft.

So far, Jakarta and Moscow have been unable to come to an agreement over the purchase of up to ten Su-35s.

Moscow and Jakarta are “very actively” holding talks over the purchase of up to 10 Russian-made Su-35 fighter jets.

Indonesia is also considering buying Russian amphibious aircraft, according to Indonesia’s ambassador to Moscow.

Indonesia will sign the deal at the Russia-ASEAN Summit later this month.

The U.S. State Department has cleared a sale of advanced air-to-air missiles to Indonesia.