# defense

Indonesia, Australia Eye Trilateral Security Cooperation with Japan

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi is also expected to visit Jakarta this May.
News Mar 12, 2026 | 4:28 pm

Indonesia Plans International Military Training Facility in Morotai

Minister Sjafrie said the training center is intended to be a permanent international facility open to multiple partner countries.
News Mar 12, 2026 | 3:56 pm

Indonesia Confirms Indian BrahMos Missile Deal

However, Indonesia offers little clarity on how much it is willing to pay for the BrahMos missile system.
News Mar 9, 2026 | 9:33 pm

Japan Prepares for Deployment of Its First Home-Developed Long-Range Missile

Japan considers China a growing security threat and has pushed a military buildup on southwestern islands near the East China Sea.
News Mar 9, 2026 | 11:57 am

Jakarta Awaits Second Batch of Rafale Jets, Presidential Ceremony Planned

Indonesia has placed an order for a total of 42 Rafale jets, each of which is estimated to cost $115 million.
News Feb 27, 2026 | 3:15 am

Indonesia to Receive Next Batch of Rafale Fighter Jets When Ready

Indonesia has placed orders for 42 Rafale fighter jets in a major upgrade to its airpower.
News Feb 18, 2026 | 1:53 pm

Indonesia Moves Closer to Operating Its First Aircraft Carrier

Indonesia has begun preparing sailors to crew its first-ever aircraft carrier, former Italian Navy vessel, Giuseppe Garibaldi.
News Feb 13, 2026 | 5:48 pm

Indonesia to Draft 4,000 Civil Servants for Defense Reserve Program Starting April

Indonesia will begin training 4,000 civil servants as reserve personnel in April, in a pilot program to strengthen national defense.
News Feb 10, 2026 | 9:10 pm

Indonesia, Australia Seal New Security Pact, Pledge Joint Consultations in Face of Threats

Albanese also offers to establish a new embedded position for a senior Indonesian official in the Australian Defense Force.
News Feb 6, 2026 | 12:10 pm

Indonesia’s Membership in Trump's Gaza Peace Board Could Cut Defense Budget by 9%

Indonesia’s $1 billion pledge to a Trump-backed Gaza peace board will be funded through the defense budget, the finance minister says.
News Feb 3, 2026 | 9:18 pm

Indonesia Braces for Possible Nuclear-Driven World War III

Indonesia can not escape the impact of nuclear weapons if World War III breaks out, Prabowo says.
News Feb 2, 2026 | 12:19 pm

Indonesia Denies US Drone Talks, Tariff Deal Hinges on Prabowo-Trump's Schedule

Chief negotiator Airlangga Hartarto denies Indonesia-US tariff talks has ventured into drone purchases.
Business Jan 30, 2026 | 9:35 am

Japan and the Philippines Sign a New Defense Pact Allowing Tax-Free Ammunition Supplies

During the ceremony, Japan also announced new security and economic development assistance to the Philippines.
News Jan 15, 2026 | 11:27 am

Talks Underway for When Indonesia Will Fly Its First Turkish KAAN Jet

Last year, Indonesia signed the contract to buy 48 Turkish-made KAAN fighter jets in a bid to upgrade its air force fleet.
News Jan 13, 2026 | 10:00 am

Prabowo Sends Ministers to Meet Erdogan After KAAN Fighter Jet Deal

Last year, Indonesia signed a contract to buy 48 of the Turkish-made KAAN fighter jets.
News Jan 9, 2026 | 9:06 am

Trade Deal: US Seeks Indonesian Critical Minerals for Defense, Auto

Indonesia's chief negotiator Airlangga Hartarto says the US is seeking critical minerals for automotives and defense manufacturing.
Business Dec 26, 2025 | 8:20 pm

A Stable Indo-Pacific Is Key to Indonesia’s National Security

Compared to his predecessor, Joko Widodo, Prabowo views foreign policy as much through the lens of security as trade and investment.
Opinion Dec 17, 2025 | 12:41 pm