Malaysia-Indonesia relations

The latest interaction spotlighted ongoing efforts by both countries to manage the defense aspect of their relationship.

The new defense minister’s first overseas trip spotlighted some of the ongoing security collaboration between the two neighboring Southeast Asian states.

A recent engagement put the focus on ongoing work by the two sides to advance defense relations.

The two countries continue to shape their ties following a new government taking office in Malaysia.

The trip unsurprisingly saw some significant symbolism, but less in the way of substance.

The two countries announced efforts to strengthen collaboration in this area during a security meeting this week.

Leaders give envoys a fresh mandate to resolve a difficult issue.

Defense ministry statement denies claims that Indonesian fighter jets had intercepted a Malaysian C-130 plane.

Incident comes amid South China Sea tensions in the area between Jakarta and Beijing.