Defense Ministry Modernizes 20 C-130H Hercules Aircraft Through PTDI and GMF
Indonesia is modernizing 20 C-130H Hercules aircraft operated by the Air Force through PTDI and GMF, extending service life up to 15 years. Learn more.
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Defense
National
Defense Minister Tells Soldiers: “Stay Close to the People”
Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin urges soldiers to stay close to civilians, uphold discipline, and strengthen TNI–Polri cooperation. Read the full report.
National
Defense Minister Launches National Immunotherapy Center Led by Former Health Minister Terawan
The Ministry of Defense opens the Nusantara Immunotherapy Center led by Prof. Terawan, offering advanced cell therapy for autoimmune and degenerative diseases. Read more about the new national medical innovation.
National
Public Works Ministry Hands Over Rp 2.29 Trillion in Assets to Defense Ministry
Indonesia’s Public Works Ministry transfers Rp2.29 trillion worth of assets to the Defense Ministry, including seven new Army housing blocks. Read the full story here.
International
Defense Minister Meets US Counterparts to Discuss Further Colaboration
The Ministry of Defense is building defense cooperation with the United States.
Defense
Defense Ministry Mediates Release of Influencer Arnold Putra from Myanmar Detention
Indonesia's Ministry of Defense secures release of influencer Arnold Putra, previously jailed in Myanmar for links to banned groups. Read the full story of his return.
Defense
Defense Ministry Deploys Military to Produce Low-Cost Medicines
Indonesia deploys military labs to produce affordable, high-quality medicines for the public. Learn how the Defense Ministry and BPOM ensure national drug access. Read more.
National
Defense Minister Visits South Papua to Review Palm-Based Biodiesel Project
Minister of Defense Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin visited Boven Digoel in South Papua on Sunday (8/6/2025) to inspect the development of a palm oil-based biodiesel program. Learn more.
National
Indonesia to Create Peace Through Indo-Defence: Defense Ministry Says
Vice Defense Minister Donny Ermawan Taufanto said the Indo Defense main weapon system exhibition is part of Indonesia's efforts to participate in creating world peace and security stability.
National
BPOM Partners with Defense Ministry to Tackle High Drug Prices
The Food and Drug Agency (BPOM) has joined forces with the Ministry of Defense to address the persistently high prices of certain medicines. Learn more.
Defense
Defense Minister Proposes 75% Increase in Combat Allowance for TNI Soldiers
Minister of Defense Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin proposed a 75% increase in operational allowances for the Indonesian Military (TNI) soldiers during a hearing with the House of Representatives. Learn more.
Defense
Defense Ministry Commissions 787 Reserve Personnel for National Security
The Ministry of Defense has commissioned 787 reserve component personnel from its civil service and the Indonesian Army for strategic national defense in 2025. Learn more.
