#Military
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.
SOE Minister replaces Bulog CEO after four months in office
State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) Minister Erick Thohir has replaced Novi Helmy Prasetya as president director of state logistics agency Perum Bulog, only four months after his appointment.
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.
Defense ministry evaluates Chinese J-10 Fighter Jet offer
The Ministry of Defense is studying the potential procurement of China’s J-10 fighter jets, though no official decision has been made, said Deputy Defense Minister Donny Ermawan Taufanto.
Observers question, seek clarity of continuing military unit expansion
Military observers have questioned and demanded clarity of the continuing military unit expansion, with latest plan being to establish five new Army battalions in Papua and five new Regional Military Commands (Kodam) across the country.
Proposed Military Law revision raises concerns of democratic backslide
The Dwifungsi Doctrine
Andika Perkasa climbs the ladder to the top military position
Andika Perkasa was born in Bandung in1964. He is now the Commander of the Indonesian Military (TNI), a position he has held since November 2021. Andika is married to Diah Erwiany Trisnamurti Hendrati Hendropriyono, the daughter of the former Head of the State Intelligence Agency (BIN) Lt. Gen (ret.) Abdullah Mahmud Hendropriyono, and has a son named Alexander Akbar Wiratama Perkasa. Andika is the son of Sunarto and Udiati. Andika's father is an Army officer. Even though he was born in a Sundanese environment his family is from Blitar, East Java.
Prabowo, Erick asked to reconsider appointment of military general as Bulog chief
CENTRA Initiative Indonesia, an NGO focusing on security sector reform and civil society advocacy, has asked President Prabowo Subianto and Minister of State-owned Enterprises (SOEs) Erick Thohir to reconsider the appointment of an Indonesian MIlitary (TNI) general as President Director of State Logistics Agency (Bulog).
Japan-Indonesia to develop Mogami frigates for maritime security in East and SE Asia
Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), through the Japanese Government, has put forth a proposal for the co-development of a new frigate in collaboration with Indonesia, aiming to enhance its security alliances in East and Southeast Asia.
Indonesian Navy clarifies regarding Rp100 billion budget for information security
The Indonesian Navy has dismissed the speculations that the proposed budget of Rp100 billion (US$6.12 million) for the procurement of the Information Response System application would be used to fund buzzer activities to improve the Indonesian Navy's image.
Sjafrie: Indonesia to establish infantery battalions up to 100
Minister of Defense Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin has announced the plan of the Indonesian government to establish more infantry battalions in 2025 to make them 100, a measure part of the grand strategy to present Indonesia’s soft power that complements the hard power strategy in the country’s defense system.
Pindad international deals, from UNIFIL mission to strong collaboration with UAE, French
Indonesia’s Garuda Contingent uses its Pindad SS2 riffle for the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) joint shooting exercise with Finnish peacekeepers using its Valmet RK 62/M76. Indonesia has since conducted UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon following the Lebanon War in 2006.