Indonesian Navy to Establish Two New Fleet Commands to Bolster Maritime Defense
Indonesian Navy will add two new fleet commands in East Kalimantan and Ambon to strengthen maritime defense under the 2025–2029 plan. Read more.
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Defense
Defense
TNI Plans Major Expansion Across Army, Navy, and Air Force Branches
Indonesian Military (TNI) plans a major defense buildup, including new battalions, fleets, and a space unit, under the 2025–2029 strategy. Read more.
Defense
President Prabowo, President Lee Discuss Continuation of South Korean KF-21 Fighter Jet Project
Indonesia and South Korea reaffirm their commitment to continue the KF-21 Boramae fighter jet project during President Prabowo’s bilateral meeting with President Lee Jae Myung. Read more.
Defense
Indonesia to Produce 30 AI-Powered Autonomous Submarines to Guard Strategic Waters
Indonesia to build 30 AI-powered autonomous submarines to secure maritime choke points, joining the U.S., Russia, and China in advanced naval innovation. Read more.
Defense
Indonesia Has Not Purchased BrahMos Missiles from India: Deputy Defense Minister
Indonesia’s Deputy Defense Minister Donny Ermawan Taufanto confirms no purchase yet of India’s BrahMos missiles despite discussions on potential cooperation. Read the full story.
Defense
Defense Minister to Receive A400M Transport Aircraft on 3 November 2025
Indonesia’s Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin to receive the A400M aircraft on 3 November 32025 boosting TNI AU’s air transport capabilities. Read more.
Defense
President Prabowo to Issue Presidential Decree to Settle High-Speed Rail Debt: Luhut
President Prabowo Subianto to issue decree to resolve KCIC debt. Restructuring planned, no APBN funding needed. Learn the latest developments. Read read full news.
Defense
Chinese-Made Chengdu J-10 Fighter Jet to Fly in Jakarta Soon: Defense Minister
Indonesia’s Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin confirms the Chinese-made Chengdu J-10 fighter jet will soon fly in Jakarta as part of Indonesia’s air defense modernization. Read more.
Defense
NGOs and Media Key to Shielding Indonesia from Information Warfare: Defense Ministry
Indonesia’s Defense Ministry urges NGOs and media to strengthen resilience against information warfare through fact-checking and collaboration.
Defense
Indonesia, Philippines Launch Joint Naval Drills to Boost Border Security
Indonesia and the Philippines launched joint naval drills, MTA Philindo 2025, to strengthen border patrols and boost maritime security. Read more here.
Defense
Indonesia and Russia Step Up Naval Ties Amid Rising Global Tensions
Indonesia and Russia boost naval cooperation as Admiral Muhammad Ali meets Russian envoy Sergei Tolchenov in Jakarta. Read more about the strengthening defense ties.
Defense
TNI Commander Justifies $11.5 Billion Defense Budget for 2026,
Indonesia approves a record $11.5 billion defense budget for 2026. TNI chief says advanced weapons are costly but vital for security and investment. Read the full news.
