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Setting Indonesia’s Navy on a Course Beyond 2024
March 09, 2023

Setting Indonesia’s Navy on a Course Beyond 2024

By Gilang Kembara
The Minimum Essential Force modernization program ends next year. Does TNI-AL have a plan for what to do next?

Papuan Rebels Take New Zealand Pilot Hostage in Remote Area
February 08, 2023

Papuan Rebels Take New Zealand Pilot Hostage in Remote Area

By Sebastian Strangio
The West Papua National Liberation Army says it holds Western countries, including New Zealand, responsible for supporting the Indonesian military.
How Indonesia Can Improve Its Defense Investment Climate
November 11, 2022

How Indonesia Can Improve Its Defense Investment Climate

By Anastasia Febiola Sumarauw and Muhammad Fauzan Malufti
If the country wants to expand its domestic defense manufacturing sector, it needs to make itself a more attractive market for foreign arms contractors.

Separatist Fighters Kill 8 Telecom Technicians in Papua Province
March 04, 2022

Separatist Fighters Kill 8 Telecom Technicians in Papua Province

By Sebastian Strangio
The attack came on the same day that a group of U.N. experts called out Indonesia's "shocking abuses" in the eastern province.

Is There an Arms Race Underway in Southeast Asia?
February 08, 2022

Is There an Arms Race Underway in Southeast Asia?

By James Guild
Fear of China is driving the region's recent spate of military procurements – but it's not the only factor.

Indonesian Prosecutors Seek Life for Bali Bombing Suspect
January 06, 2022

Indonesian Prosecutors Seek Life for Bali Bombing Suspect

By Niniek Karmini
Laywers for Aris Sumarsono, alias Zulkarnaen, claim he was aware of the bombing but did not participate in the operation.

How Closer India-Indonesia Security Ties Can Promote a Stable Indo-Pacific
December 22, 2021

How Closer India-Indonesia Security Ties Can Promote a Stable Indo-Pacific

By Don McLain Gill
The two nations share a host of concerns and could potentially act as anchors of the regional security order.
How Indonesia’s Defense Ministry Has Changed Under Prabowo Subianto
October 22, 2021

How Indonesia’s Defense Ministry Has Changed Under Prabowo Subianto

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

After Trump Interregnum, US, Indonesia Agree to Resume ‘Strategic Dialogue’
August 05, 2021

After Trump Interregnum, US, Indonesia Agree to Resume ‘Strategic Dialogue’

By Sebastian Strangio
The announcement marks a convergence of interests with the U.S., but that does not preclude strong economic ties with China.

US, Indonesia Begin Construction on Maritime Training Center
June 28, 2021

US, Indonesia Begin Construction on Maritime Training Center

By Sebastian Strangio
The center will occupy a strategic position at the southern entrance to the Straits of Malacca.

Why Karang Singa Matters to Indonesia’s Sovereignty
January 21, 2021

Why Karang Singa Matters to Indonesia’s Sovereignty

By Jundi Jaadulhaq and Beni Sukadis
Indonesia cannot afford to waste any more time in taking measures to safeguard its sovereignty over the shoal and its surrounding territorial waters.
New Marine Corps Amphibious Vehicles Request Spotlights Indonesia’s Defense Capabilities
April 06, 2020

New Marine Corps Amphibious Vehicles Request Spotlights Indonesia’s Defense Capabilities

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The event spotlighted one of the aspect of Indonesia’s development of its military capabilities.

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