Defense and Security
Indonesia begins construction of two Scorpène submarines
Indonesia has officially launched the construction of two Scorpène Evolved submarines, to be built by State-owned shipping industry PT PAL Indonesia in Surabaya, East Java, marking a significant progress in the country’s quest for defense self-reliance and technological sovereignty.
Indonesia calls for peace as Thailand–Cambodia border conflict escalates
The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called on both Thailand and Cambodia to resolve their differences peacefully − in accordance with the ASEAN Charter and the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation − upon monitoring the escalating conflict between the two neighboring countries.
President Prabowo’s Paris visit reinforces Indonesia–France strategic partnership
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has concluded a state visit to France on July 13–15, 2025, at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron, underscoring the growing strategic partnership between the two countries.
Prabowo pushes for sped up cooperation in agriculture, energy, defense with Brazil
President Prabowo Subianto on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, emphasized the importance of accelerating concrete cooperation between Indonesia and Brazil, particularly in the fields of agriculture, clean energy, and defense.
ASEAN FMs emphasize unity, Myanmar crisis, regional security in KL Meeting
Foreign Ministers from ASEAN member states reconvened on July 9, 2025 at the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Retreat (AMM Retreat) in Kuala Lumpur to discuss pressing regional issues, with a strong emphasis on unity, the protracted Myanmar crisis, and emerging security threats in Southeast Asia.
Türkiye to supply key combat systems for Indonesia’s Merah Putih-class frigates
Türkiye’s top defense firms − Aselsan, Havelsan, and Roketsan − have secured major roles in equipping Indonesia’s next-generation Merah Putih-class frigates, strengthening bilateral defense ties and advancing Indonesia’s naval modernization, as reported by Naval News.
Indonesia reaffirms non-aligned defense policy, eyes military buildup
Defense Commission I of the House of Representatives (DPR) held a closed-door meeting with Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin and Indonesian Military (TNI) Commander on Wednesday, July 2, 2035, discussing strategic defense priorities and procurement flexibility amid a shifting global security landscape.
Indonesia-Saudi sign US$27 B deals, boost defense, energy, investment ties
Indonesia and Saudi Arabia on Thursday announced the signing of US$27 billion in investment agreements across clean energy, petrochemicals, and aviation fuel services, as part of efforts to elevate their bilateral ties into a comprehensive strategic partnership.
Indonesian Air Force performs KT-1B structural maintenance with KAI
The Indonesia Air Force (TNI AU) has begun a critical aircraft maintenance program in cooperation with Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI), marking a new phase of technical collaboration between the two nations in defense aviation.
Defense Ministry explores acquisition of Italian aircraft carrier
The Indonesian Ministry of Defense is exploring the potential acquisition of Italian light aircraft carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi, signaling a major step forward in the country’s naval modernization drive and blue-water aspirations.
RI elevates alert status, plans evacuation of citizens amid rising Iran-Israel conflict
Indonesia has raised the alert status at its embassy in Tehran to the highest level and is preparing for possible evacuation of over 380 citizens residing in Iran, following intensifying Israeli military strikes in the region.
Govt eyes PT Dirgantara Indonesia's role in Boeing F-15EX supply chain
The government is exploring the possibility of integrating state-owned aerospace manufacturer PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PT DI) into the global supply chain for the Boeing F-15EX fighter jet, according to a senior official at the Defense Industry Policy Committee (KKIP).