Defense and Security
Indonesia, the First SE Asian operator of ballistic missiles with Turkiye’s KHAN system
Indonesia has become the first Southeast Asian country to operate a modern ballistic missile system following the arrival of Turkiye’s KHAN short-range ballistic missile (SRBM), with the deployment coming just days ahead of the country’s 80th Independence Day celebration.
Six separatists killed in military operation ahead of Independence Day celebration
Six members of the separatist Free Papua Organization (OPM) were killed and two others were injured in a series of armed clashes against Indonesian military forces in a number of Papua Highlands and Central Papua regions ahead of the 80th Anniversary of Indonesia’s Independence on August 17, 2025.
Death of Army private sparks debate over dangerous “seniority culture” in TNI
The death of Private Lucky Chepril Saputra Namo, allegedly at the hands of his superiors, has reignited public scrutiny over the entrenched culture of violent seniority within the Indonesian Military (TNI), particularly in the Army.
Honorary 4-star rank, Bintang Sakti medals awarded to distinguished military figures
President Prabowo Subianto conferred honorary four-star general ranks and prestigious Bintang Sakti medals to a number of prominent military figures in a ceremony held at the Army’s Special Forces’ Education and Training Center in Batujajar, West Bandung Regency, West Java, on Sunday, August 10, 2025.
Indonesian frigates delivery unaffected by Fincantieri leadership change
Indonesia is set to receive its first Pattugliatore Polivalente d’Altura (PPA) frigate, KRI Brawijaya-320, in September 2025, and KRI Siliwangi 321 in January 2026, a senior Indonesian Navy officer confirmed.
Prabowo presides largest TNI structural expansion ceremony in modern history
President Prabowo Subianto presided on Sunday, August 10, 2025 the largest structural expansion in the modern history of the Indonesian Military (TNI), marking the establishment of 162 new commands and units across the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
Formalization of ASEAN Coast Guard Forum as official structure within ASEAN
Head of the Indonesian Maritime Security Agency (Bakamla), Rear Admiral Irvansyah, met with ASEAN Secretary-General, Kao Kim Hourn, on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, discussing measures to formalize the ASEAN Coast Guard Forum (ACF) as an official institutional structure within the Southeast Asian regional bloc.
Indonesia’s first Rafale jet spotted in Bordeaux, a milestone in defense deal
The first Rafale B fighter jet for the Indonesian Air Force has been spotted at the Dassault Aviation manufacturing facility in Bordeaux, marking a significant milestone in the country's multi-billion-dollar defense procurement deal with France.
RI-M’sia agree to strengthen ties on economy, security, and regional stability
The 13th Annual Consultation in Jakarta between Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has concluded with key agreements aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and regional cooperation.
SBY addresses public lectures, voices concerns on pressing global issues
Sixth president of Indonesia, Susilo Bambang Yudhooyono (SBY), held a public lecture on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, commenting on world affairs in the spotlight and voicing concerns on pressing global issues.
Indonesia secures deal for Turkish-built stealth frigates
The Ministry of Defense has signed a landmark deal with Türkiye for the procurement of two MILGEM Istif-class stealth frigates, a move that marks Türkiye’s first export of next-generation warships and significantly deepens bilateral defense ties.
Indonesia to purchase 48 KAAN fighter jets from Turkiye
Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) has signed a contract to sell 48 KAAN fifth-generation fighter jets to Indonesian defense firms PT Dirgantara Indonesia and PT Republik Aero Dirgantara, marking a major leap in defense ties between the two countries.