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Politics 1 week ago

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Indonesia set to boost air power with Italian trainer jets, aggressor squadron

Indonesia will aqcuire Russian-made MiG 29 C/UB for aggressor squadron roles, despite of CAATSA threats.

Asia & Pacific 2 weeks ago

Singapore Airshow to reflect region's defense uncertainties and growth ambition

US-built F-35 fighters will have their Singapore Airshow debut amid geopolitical challenges while over 1,000 companies expected at Asia's largest air show including manufacturers and airlines.

Academia 3 weeks ago

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Can Indonesia-Japan ties keep regional peace?

Jakarta’s Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Japan and its analogous agreement with Australia are important examples of the responsible exercise of middle-power status.

Politics 3 weeks ago

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Air Force welcomes three new Rafale jets

Indonesia has received its first batch of French-made Rafale fighter jets, the Defense Ministry confirmed on Tuesday, with three aircraft now stationed at an airbase in Pekanbaru, Riau.

Academia 4 weeks ago

Asian defense firms may be the surprise winners of rising geopolitical tensions

The arms game among Western countries is turning increasingly toward cheaper alternatives from manufacturers in Asia, where indigenization is trending amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Academia 4 weeks ago

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As Rafale enters our airspace, Indonesia’s real test begins

Without discipline, diversification can produce an expensive “rolling museum” with low flying hours, low availability, and a posture that never reaches peak combat effectiveness.

Asia & Pacific 1 month ago

US approves $2.3 billion sale of aircraft, torpedoes to Singapore

"The proposed sale will improve Singapore's capability to meet current and future threats by providing a credible maritime force capable of deterring adversaries," the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) said in a statement.

Academia 1 month ago

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Indonesia’s ‘diplomacy of resilience’ and the missing rights agenda

As the initiator of the Bali Democracy Forum and the 2026 president of the United Nations Human Rights Council, Jakarta should continue to champion the protection of rights and democratic principles.

Academia 1 month ago

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Prabowo’s historic visit to Pakistan: A new chapter in the relations

The visit underscores the shared commitment of both countries to reinvigorate their longstanding partnership and elevate it to new heights.

Politics 1 month ago

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Indonesia makes turn toward defense diplomacy

Diplomacy and defense are ‘inseparable’, says Foreign Minister Sugiono in his annual address, highlighting the government’s foreign policy priority in expanding defense cooperation with key partners.

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PREMIUM Indonesia set to boost air power with Italian trainer jets, aggressor squadron

Singapore Airshow to reflect region's defense uncertainties and growth ambition

PREMIUM Can Indonesia-Japan ties keep regional peace?

PREMIUM Air Force welcomes three new Rafale jets

Asian defense firms may be the surprise winners of rising geopolitical tensions

PREMIUM As Rafale enters our airspace, Indonesia’s real test begins

US approves $2.3 billion sale of aircraft, torpedoes to Singapore

PREMIUM Indonesia’s ‘diplomacy of resilience’ and the missing rights agenda

PREMIUM Prabowo’s historic visit to Pakistan: A new chapter in the relations

PREMIUM Indonesia makes turn toward defense diplomacy