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Govt eyes PT Dirgantara Indonesia's role in Boeing F-15EX supply chain
The government is exploring the possibility of integrating state-owned aerospace manufacturer PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PT DI) into the global supply chain for the Boeing F-15EX fighter jet, according to a senior official at the Defense Industry Policy Committee (KKIP).
Prabowo launches Indonesia’s first locally made electric tactical vehicle “Pandu”
President Prabowo Subianto on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 launched the MV3-EV “Pandu”, the country’s first fully electric tactical vehicle produced by state-owned defense manufacturer PT Pindad.
PT PAL unveils autonomous submarine, CMS at Indo Defence 2025
State-owned shipbuilder PT PAL Indonesia has showcased its latest advancements in maritime defense at the Indo Defence 2024 Expo & Forum, unveiling an autonomous submarine and a Combat Management System (CMS) for warships as part of its push to bolster Indonesia’s naval capabilities.
RI-Turkiye seals deal on fifth-generation fighter jet procurement, co-development
Indonesia and Turkiye on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 signed a memorandum of understanding on key defense cooperation agreement with a focus on the procurement and potential co-development of fifth-generation fighter jets.
President opens Indo Defence 2025, declares stronger investment in national defense
President Prabowo Subianto opened the Indo Defence Expo & Forum 2025, Indonesia’s largest biennial international defense industry exhibition, at the Jakarta International Expo (JIEXPO) in Kemayoran, Central Jakarta, on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
Defense, Finance ministers visit Papua to boost energy security, State synergy
In a significant display of State presence and cross-sector synergy, Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin and Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati visited conflict-prone areas in Papua on Saturday and Sunday, June 7-8, 2025., underscoring the government’s strategy to bolster national security and energy resilience, particularly through biofuel development.
Indonesia’s defense industry and the significance of Indo Defense 2025
Indonesia’s defense industry is poised for significant growth, particularly with the highly anticipated Indo Defense Expo & Forum 2025 in June. The event − scheduled for June 11-14, 2025 − is set to serve as a pivotal platform for advancing the nation’s defense capabilities, fostering international cooperation, and enhancing the competitiveness of the domestic defense sector.
Defense ministry evaluates Chinese J-10 Fighter Jet offer
The Ministry of Defense is studying the potential procurement of China’s J-10 fighter jets, though no official decision has been made, said Deputy Defense Minister Donny Ermawan Taufanto.
Bringing global peace to light through defense diplomacy at Indo Defence 2025
Indonesia is doubling down on its commitment to global peace and stability through defense diplomacy, with the return of the Indo Defence 2025 Expo & Forum, one of Southeast Asia’s largest international defense exhibitions, scheduled to be held at JIExpo Kemayoran, Central Jakarta, on June 11-14, 2025.
Government asked to protect West Papuans as renewed fighting escalates
An escalation in fighting between Indonesian security forces and Papuan separatist armed groups in West Papua has threatened the security of the largely Indigenous population, Human Rights Watch said on Thursday, May 29, 2025.
Air Force chief says defense procurement awaits govt policy amid Chinese Jet reports
Indonesian Air Force Chief of Staff, Air Chief Marshal M. Tonny Harjono, has clarified that the Air Force is not independently pursuing the procurement of any military equipment, including reported plans to purchase 42 fighter jets from China, saying that all acquisitions are subject to government decisions.
TNI deployment to guard prosecutors’ offices sparks constitutional concerns
The deployment of Indonesian Military (TNI) personnel to secure prosecutors’ offices across the country has ignited a hefty wave of criticism, with former Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal, and Security Affairs, Mahfud MD, warning that the move could breach constitutional boundaries if made permanent.