Geopolitics
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France’s Nexter KNDS Group to transfer defense technology to Indonesia
French defense company Nexter KNDS Group has pledged to transfer knowledge and technology related to ground defense, including medium to large-caliber ammunition, to Indonesia, in an effort to enhance Indonesia's defense capabilities and sovereignty.
Indonesia delivers military aid to Cambodia, strengthening bilateral defense cooperation
The Indonesian government handed over military aid to Cambodia, consisting of rifles, pistols, and ammunition in a ceremony held at Phnom Penh International Airport on August 29, 2024.
The 2nd IAF in Bali expected to produce US$3.5 billion cooperations deals
The 2nd Indonesia-Africa Forum (IAF) event in Nusa Dua, Bali on September 1- 3, 2024, is expected to produce deliverables that can be implemented and have an immediate impact, with values expected up to US$3.5 billion.
Indonesia provides programs, events for networking and cooperation at 2nd IAF
Indonesia, as host of the 2nd Indonesia-Africa Forum (IAF) to be held in Bali on September 1-3, 2024, is providing a number of programs and events for participants to expand their network and international cooperation.
Trade Minister aims to conclude IEU-CEPA negotiations next week
Minister of Trade Zulkifli Hasan has set the target of concluding the negotiations for the Indonesia-European Union Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IEU-CEPA) next week, marking the end of nine years of discussions.
Prabowo signs RI-Australia Defense Cooperation Agreement
Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence of Australia Richard Donald Marles signed the Indonesia-Australia Defense Cooperation Agreement (DCA) at Graha Utama Hall, the Indonesian Military Academy in Magelang, Central Java, on Thursday, August 29, 2024.
Prabowo meets Turkish Defense Minister, emphasizes knowledge transfer
Jakarta - Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto met with Turkish Defense Minister Yaşar Güler at the Ministry of Defense office in Jakarta on Thursday, August 22, 2024, discussing bilateral defense cooperation and knowledge transfer.
Prabowo pays reciprocal visit to Papua New Guinea
Defense Minister and President-elect Prabowo Subianto arrived in Papua New Guinea on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 as part of his reciprocal visit and meeting with Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape.
Russian Ambassador optimistic in specific Russian investment projects in IKN
Russian Ambassador to Indonesia, Sergei Tolchenov, says he is optimistic of potential collaboration in certain sectors throughout the development program in Indonesia’s new capital Nusantara (IKN), but reveals that there are currently no specific investment projects from Russian companies there.
President Jokowi honored with Palestine's highest award for independence support
President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo received the Grand Collar Order of The State of Palestine, the highest honor bestowed by the Palestinian government, in recognition of Indonesia's steadfast support for Palestine's fight for independence.
Korea agrees to reduce Indonesia's financial contribution to KF-21 fighter jet project
Korea has accepted Indonesia's proposal to significantly reduce its financial contribution to their joint KF-21 fighter jet development project, lowering the Southeast Asian nation's obligation from US$1.2 billion (Rp18.7 trillion) to US$440 million.
Indonesian Army Chief discusses military, border issues with Malaysian counterpart
Indonesian Army Chief of Staff General Maruli Simanjuntak met with Malaysian Army Chief, General Tan Sri Dato’ Wira Muhammad Hafizuddeain bin Jantan in Jakarta on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, discussing joint military training, soldier professionalism and border issues.