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Indonesia and Australia deepen defense ties with new security pact
President Prabowo Subianto and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have agreed to strengthen defense cooperation between Indonesia and Australia aimed at enhancing consultation mechanisms at State leadership and ministerial levels on regional security issues, while also committing to develop and implement mutually beneficial security initiatives.
Indonesia mulls acquiring seven frigates from China
The Ministry of Defense is reportedly planning to acquire seven Type 053 frigates from China, a move that has drawn public attention as the warships have been in service since the 1970s, with the latest variants produced in the 1980s.
Japan’s evolving defense strategy deepens ties with ASEAN
Japan’s defense cooperation strategy with Southeast Asian nations has undergone a significant transformation since the mid-2010s, shifting beyond the boundaries of traditional military partnerships. This evolution reflects Tokyo’s broader ambition to build stronger and more comprehensive defense ties across the region.
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.
Russian envoy clarifies on ex-Indonesian navy soldier seeking return from war duty
Russian Ambassador to Indonesia, Sergey Tolchenov, has issued a statement regarding former Indonesian Navy soldier Satria Kumbara, who had joined the Russian Army (VSR) as a war volunteer and now seeking repatriation to Indonesia.
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.
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.
TNI set to complete Trans-Papua Highway under President Prabowo’s administration
The Indonesian Military (TNI) is committed to supporting the completion of the Trans-Papua Highway during President Prabowo Subianto's terms in office.
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.