Defense and Security
TNI claims control over Intan Jaya after deadly clash with separatist group
The Indonesian Military (TNI) said it has regained control of Soanggama village in Homeyo district, Intan Jaya regency, Central Papua, following an armed clash with the separatist West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB/OPM) that left 14 of its members dead.
TNI defers J-10 jet purchase decision to Defense Ministry
The Indonesian Military (TNI) has left the decision to purchase Chengdu J-10 fighter jets from China entirely to the Ministry of Defense, reaffirming that the acquisition of such defense systems remains under the ministry’s jurisdiction.
Government shifts policy focus in Papua toward dialogue, welfare
Ministry of Defense unveiled a new face of its Papua policy during the Defense Diplomacy Forum at Borobudur Hotel in Jakarta on Thursday, October 16, 2025.
Sjafrie confirms plan to buy China’s J-10 fighter jets
Minister of Defense, Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, has confirmed that the Indonesian Air Force will acquire Chengdu J-10 fighter jets from China, marking the country’s first major defense procurement from Beijing in over a decade.
Government eyes Italian aircraft carrier in bid to bolster maritime power: Former Navy chief
Indonesia’s long-standing ambition to strengthen its naval presence took a symbolic turn this week as the government under President Prabowo Subianto confirmed plans to acquire the Italian aircraft carrier ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi, marking what defense observers describe as a strategic leap in the nation’s maritime capability.
AI-powered unmanned submarine on display at TNI’s 80th anniversary parade
The debut of Indonesia’s first autonomous unmanned submarine during the 80th anniversary parade of the Indonesian Military (TNI) on October 5, 2025, has drawn widespread attention, signaling a new chapter in the nation’s defense technology.
Government may acquire Italy’s decommissioned “Giuseppe Garibaldi”
During the 80th anniversary celebration of the Indonesian Military (TNI) at the National Monument (Monas) compound in Central Jakarta on Sunday, October 5, 2025, a video footage of Italian-made aircraft carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi (551) drew exceptional public attention.
President Prabowo calls for merit-based TNI leadership
President Prabowo Subianto called for the Indonesian Military (TNI) to end the long-standing tradition of seniority-based promotions and embrace a meritocratic system to ensure the emergence of professional leaders capable of meeting increasingly complex defense challenges.
Navy showcases maritime power ahead of TNI’s 80th anniversary
Dozens of Indonesian Navy warships demonstrated the nation’s maritime strength on Thursday, October 2, 2025, in a grand naval parade witnessed by President Prabowo Subianto, during a Presidential Inspection held on board the hospital ship KRI dr. Radjiman Wedyodiningrat-992 in Jakarta Bay.
Indonesian Police claims arrest of hacker “Bjorka”, identity still unconfirmed
The Cybercrime Directorate of the Jakarta Metropolitan Police claims to have arrested the owner of the social media account known as "Bjorka," a figure long associated with major data breaches in Indonesia, but falls short of confirming whether the suspect is the same hacker who has been pursued since 2022.
Air Force chief inspects Rafale maintenance infrastructure in Riau
Indonesian Air Force Chief of Staff, Air Chief Marshal Mohamad Tonny Harjono inspected on Monday, September 22, 2025 the construction of facilities to support the operations and maintenance of Rafale fighter jets at Roesmin Nurjadin Air Base in Pekanbaru, Riau Province.
Akamai strengthens commitment to Indonesia’s digital transformation
U.S.-based cybersecurity and cloud company Akamai Technologies has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Indonesia’s digital transformation through a range of solutions, particularly in cybersecurity, as cyberattacks increasingly threaten rapid adoption of business digitization.