Under President Prabowo Subianto, a former general, Indonesia’s military has steadily expanded its influence beyond its core duties. What was once a painful lesson of the country’s past—the entanglement of the armed forces in politics, …
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Indonesia’s defence budget for 2026 is 187.1 trillion rupiah (A$17 billion). This is a small increase from last year’s budget but still low compared with GDP and global standards. A significant portion of the budget …
Within Southeast Asia, Indonesia stands out as the only country in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations operating dedicated hospital ships. Its investment is thus particularly striking and highlights its approach to humanitarian readiness and …
Russia and China often work from the same playbook. This is clear in their reactions to domestic protests in places of interest, including Indonesia. Since late August, Indonesians have been protesting against police violence and …
Indonesia has embarked on its most comprehensive military restructuring in decades, responding to domestic priorities while also strengthening national defence. The changes include creation of new regional commands and strengthening of air and naval components. …