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Indonesia, Korea in Talks for ‘Next Phase’ of KF-21 Jet Deal
South Korea says that it is in talks with Indonesia on the next phase of the cooperation for the KF-21 fighter jet deal.News Aug 26, 2026 | 9:33 pm
Former Italian Carrier Garibaldi Heads to Indonesia for Renaming as KRI Gajah Mada
Indonesia’s first aircraft carrier is heading from Italy to Lampung, where it will be commissioned as KRI Gajah Mada on Sept. 25.News Aug 26, 2026 | 12:45 am
Indonesian Air Force Sukhoi Jet Overruns Runway at Sultan Hasanuddin Airport
An Indonesian Air Force Sukhoi fighter jet overran a runway at Sultan Hasanuddin Airport in South Sulawesi, with flights unaffected.News Aug 24, 2026 | 1:16 pm
No J-10 Talk: Indonesia, China to Build Ammunition Factory
Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin says that the China-backed ammunition factory will enter operations by 2027.Business Aug 21, 2026 | 7:28 pm
Indonesia and China Agree on More Joint Military Drills and Personnel Exchanges
The cooperation will also expand to include human resource development through joint exercises, military education, and personnel exchanges.News Aug 21, 2026 | 1:29 pm
China Emerges as Potential Arms Supplier for Indonesia
China and Indonesia will soon have defense talks amid Jakarta's ambitions of having more modern military fleet.News Aug 21, 2026 | 8:00 am
Indonesia Mulls Selling Old Yugoslavian-Made Warship
President Prabowo Subianto has sent a letter to the House of Representatives to approve the warship sale.News Aug 18, 2026 | 8:06 pm
US Says No Plans to Expand Territory in Indonesia
A senior Pentagon official says the US' interactions with Indonesia are "not designed to control or undermine Indonesia".News Aug 13, 2026 | 6:13 pm
Not Just China: Indonesia Has Drill Plans with Japan, US Navy
KRI I Gusti Ngurah Rai-332 will take part in "passing drills" with China, Japan, and the US on the way back from a Russian exercise.News Aug 12, 2026 | 9:45 pm
Taiwan Condemns China's Plan for Navy Drill with Indonesia Off Island's East
The Chinese defence ministry said Tuesday one of its warships and an Indonesian frigate will conduct a "passage exercise" east of Taiwan.News Aug 12, 2026 | 10:55 am
US Won’t Set Up Military Base in Indonesia, Gov’t Says
Defense Minister Sjafrie says that cooperation will focus on personnel training, among others, following talks with a Pentagon official.News Aug 12, 2026 | 9:00 am
US Sets Military Upgrades as Key Focus for A 'Strong' Indonesia
The US wants Indonesia and ASEAN nations to share the burden of keeping the region secure.News Aug 11, 2026 | 10:09 am
Indonesia Wants to Turn Its Underused Airport Into a Defense Industry Hub
Kertajati Airport could become Indonesia's defense aviation hub under a new government plan as Husein Airport resumes commercial services.News Jul 23, 2026 | 12:39 pm
Indonesia Says M-346 F Jet Shopping Spree Needed to Train Pilots
Indonesia, however, refuses to disclose the contract value of the M-346 trainer jets.News Jul 23, 2026 | 12:14 pm
Indonesia Buys 12 Italian M-346 F Fighter Trainer Aircraft
The Indonesian Air Force is expected to start receiving the M-346 F jets by 2030.News Jul 22, 2026 | 11:01 am
What to Know About Giuseppe Garibaldi, Indonesia's First Aircraft Carrier
Indonesia is set to receive its first aircraft carrier, Giuseppe Garibaldi, in a donation from Italy. Here's what the warship can do.News Jul 16, 2026 | 5:25 pm
Indonesia Sends Frigate, Troops for Russia’s Orruda Military Drill
Orruda is the flagship naval exercise between the Indonesian Navy and its Russian counterpart.News Jul 13, 2026 | 6:05 pm
Indonesia Almost Sold Its Defense Firms to Foreign Parties: Prabowo
Indonesia's defense firms like Pindad have now turned things around by becoming suppliers for foreign militaries, Prabowo says.News Jul 10, 2026 | 8:01 pm
Indonesia Has Enough Money for BrahMos Missiles, Finmin Purbaya Says
The Defense Ministry gets around Rp 187.1 trillion this year, and they can spend no more than Rp 83.5 trillion on military upgrades.Business Jul 8, 2026 | 8:18 pm
Prabowo-Modi Talks Skip Commercial Details on BrahMos Missiles, India Says
Asked about the details of the Brahmos contract, the Indian government says "commercial agreements are not discussed at the highest level.Business Jul 8, 2026 | 5:26 am
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