Indonesian Military

Indonesia’s Military Gets New Reserve Component

By Luke Lischin

The creation of a new reserve component, KOMCAD, will have significant repercussions for political violence in Indonesia.

‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’: The Indonesian Military Case

By Tangguh Chairil and Aisha R. Kusumasomantri

The Indonesian military has been firing personnel due to their sexual orientation. What can be done to improve inclusiveness in the future?

The US Should Not Be Rehabilitating Indonesia’s Abusive Special Forces

By Andreas Harsono

The Indonesian military’s past abuses should not be forgotten.

An Indonesian General's Political Aspirations

By Hipolitus Yolisandry Ringgi Wangge

Former TNI commander Gatot Nurmantyo's ambition speaks to a deeper issue in civil-military relations.

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The Evolution of Indonesia’s Military

By Natalie Sambhi

Can a leopard change its spots?

Can the US Marines Help Build Indonesia’s Amphibious Capabilities?

By Grant Newsham and Swee Lean Collin Koh

The effort could play an important role in the rebalance.

Indian Prime Minister Visits Arunachal Pradesh, Drawing Chinese Criticism

By Ankit Panda

Plus, ISIS, public opinion in Myanmar, the Chinese military's weaknesses, aircraft carriers, and more. Weekend links.

An Indonesian Defense Revolution Under Jokowi?

By Prashanth Parameswaran

Indonesia’s new president is determined to transform its defense industry.

The Human Tragedy of West Papua

By Gemima Harvey

The suspicious death of a rebel leader is the latest in a long line of alleged human rights abuses.

Military Exercises: Policy by Other Means

Indonesia’s presence at a recent aerial war game is a welcome change. Still, Australia must do more to be inclusive.

Indonesia Talks Defense With China

Jakarta’s proposed defense ties with Beijing risk upsetting ASEAN’s fragile balance.

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