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Indonesia’s Scorpene Submarine Deal With France, Explained
By James Guild
Under the terms of the long-awaited deal, two of the French submarines will be built in Indonesia by the state shipbuilding firm PT PAL.
Activists Call for Probe Into Alleged Indonesian Arms Sales to Myanmar
By Sebastian Strangio
A complaint filed with the country's Human Rights Commission claims that three state-owned firms have transferred arms to Myanmar's military in recent years, including since the 2021 coup.
Can Indonesia Afford Its Big Military Modernization Plans?
By James Guild
Despite a rash of major defense acquisitions, the country still spends a relatively low percentage of its GDP on defense.
Indonesia’s Transactional Military Modernization
By James Guild
The country has long sought to balance the operational and strategic needs of the military against the political imperative to contribute to economic development.
Indonesia’s Industrial Export Ambitions
By James Guild
President Joko Widodo has overseen a centralization of research, development, and industrial production.
What’s Next for Indonesia-South Korea Submarine Cooperation?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at what lies ahead for both sides in this aspect of defense collaboration.
Indonesia’s Naval Modernization in Focus with New Fast Attack Craft Order
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Jakarta continues to add to its capabilities in spite of the challenges that remain.
New PC-40 Vessels Highlights Indonesia’s Navy Modernization
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Southeast Asian state continues to make incremental progress in its efforts amid lingering challenges.
Weapon Sales Talk Puts Indonesia-Brunei Defense Ties in the Spotlight
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Defense equipment featured prominently in the headlines surrounding a recent bilateral summit between the two Southeast Asian states.
Indonesia Launches New PC-40 Warship
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Jakarta unveils another vessel that marks a capability boost amid familiar challenges that remain.
Indonesia Spotlights Defense Industry Challenge Under Jokowi
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The government continues to raise awareness about efforts in this realm despite the significant challenges that remain.
Indonesia’s Naval Modernization Continues With New Fast Attack Craft Launch
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Though Jakarta continues to make some inroads in boosting its capabilities and defense industry, familiar challenges remain.
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