Security Minister Urges Kostrad Strategic Troops to Bolster Combat Readiness
Security Minister Djamari Chaniago orders Kostrad elite troops to enhance combat readiness during a Malang inspection. Read the news for full defense updates.
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National
President Prabowo Orders Merit-Based Rewards for Outstanding Soldiers: Army Chief of Staff
President Prabowo Subianto mandates merit-based rewards and promotions for outstanding TNI-Polri personnel. Read the full details of the 2026 Leadership Meeting here.
National
Indonesian Army Deploys Two Helicopters to Support Disaster Response in Sumatra
Indonesian Army deploys two helicopters—Mi-17 and Bell 412—to support disaster relief operations in Sumatra, accelerating aid distribution amid major floods and landslides.
Defense
Indonesian Army Applies “Smart Approach” to Security Strategy in Papua
Indonesian Army adopts a smart approach in Papua through proportional security and human-focused territorial programs to build safety and community welfare.
National
Indonesian Army Confirms 105 Territorial Combat Battalions Established, Targeting 750 by 2029
Indonesia’s Army confirms 105 Territorial Combat Battalions have been built, with plans to reach 750 by 2029 under the Optimum Essential Force concept. Read more on the TNI’s defense expansion.
National
Indonesian Army Learns Singapore’s Military Food System to Support MBG Program
The Indonesian Army sends 34 personnel to Singapore for military food management training to support Prabowo’s Free Nutritious Meal program. Read the full report here.
Criminal
Fugitive Arrested After Murder of Indonesian Army Soldier in Wonosobo
Police arrested Iwan, the suspect in the fatal killing of an Indonesian Army soldier in Wonosobo. Residents demand death penalty. Read the full story here.
National
Indonesian Army to Expand Agroforestry Program Across West Java
The Indonesian Army to expand Agroforestry Program in West Java to boost food security and job creation. Program targets 200 hectares per site and 5,000+ families.
National
Indonesian Army Strengthens Military Ties with Singapore Army
The Indonesian Army will increase military cooperation with the Singapore Army in a bid to enhance national defense capabilities and strengthen bilateral relations. Learn more.
