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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).