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MILITARYOct 6Indonesia to take delivery of first Chinese J-10CE fighter jets in 6 months, report saysIndonesia is expected to receive its first Chengdu J-10CE fighter jets in six months, according to an Indonesian media report, which would make it the third international operator of the Chinese-made aircraft. Jakarta confirmed an order of 42 of the 4.5-generation fighter jets – known as Vigorous Dragons – last October, with an approved budget of US$9 billion. The first delivery is expected in April though it is not known how many aircraft will be delivered, Indonesian news outlet Republika...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 28Indonesian Marines receive 12 new US - made amphibious combat vehiclesIndonesian Marines have acquired 12 new amphibious combat vehicles manufactured in the United States. This signifies an enhancement of Indonesia's military capabilities and defense procurement.en.antaranews.com · Indonesia
MILITARYSep 24Indonesia commissions first aircraft carrier, bolstering sea defenceIndonesia’s navy commissioned its first aircraft carrier on Thursday after acquiring the former Italian vessel to strengthen its maritime defences and disaster response. The Italian flag on the former ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi was replaced with the Indonesian flag on the carrier renamed the KRI Sriwijaya-100 as part of its official transfer at the ceremony held at Tanjung Priok seaport in North Jakarta. “The ship, which previously served in the Italian navy, now bears the name KRI Sriwijaya-100,...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 21Indonesia prepares for new era of naval power - PoliticsIndonesia is preparing for a new era of naval power, indicating a significant development in its defense capabilities. This suggests a shift in the country's military and geopolitical strategy.thejakartapost.com · Indonesia
MILITARYSep 18Indonesia acquires first aircraft carrier amid military upgradeIndonesia says vessel will be used to aid disaster relief across the archipelago.Al Jazeera [en]
MILITARYSep 18Pride or practicality? Indonesia receives first aircraft carrier amid fears of upkeep costIndonesia welcomed its first aircraft carrier on Friday, a former Italian warship that the government says will strengthen the archipelago nation’s maritime security and disaster response capabilities. The 41-year-old former ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi, with capacity for short take-off and vertical landing aircraft and helicopters, was welcomed with a military ceremony upon its arrival at a naval base in North Jakarta’s Tanjung Priok seaport. Rome in March agreed to give the carrier, which was...South China Morning Post