Southeast Asia
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Indonesia’s collaborative patrols enhance maritime security
Gusty Da Costa Indonesia’s Navy and Maritime Security Agency, which performs functions similar to a coast guard, will conduct more joint patrols in the country’s territorial waters, partnering with other…
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Beijing’s support of Myanmar’s junta fuels resentment, resistance
Dr. Miemie Winn Byrd The People’s Republic of China’s (PRC) backing of Myanmar’s brutal, highly unpopular and illegitimate military junta further exposes Beijing’s hypocrisy and heavy-handed interference in the region.…
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Indonesia, U.S. expand cooperation with focus on maritime security, military modernization
Gusty Da Costa As Indonesia and the United States celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations, their defense cooperation is growing stronger, reflecting their commitment to regional stability and mutual security…
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Indonesia’s multilateral military exercise a ‘Super’ success
FORUM Staff The 2024 Super Garuda Shield multinational military exercise in Java, Indonesia, enhanced Indo-Pacific nations’ interoperability and fostered goodwill among service members from 10 participating countries, as well as…
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Indonesia enhances anti-drone capabilities with interceptor missiles, rapid-fire cannons
Gusty Da Costa With uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAV) posing a growing threat, the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) is refining its anti-drone strategy, including incorporating interceptor missiles and rapid-fire cannons. The…
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Australia, Indonesia sign defense accord to bolster Free and Open Indo-Pacific
Agence France-Presse Australia and Indonesia signed a defense agreement in late August 2024, pledging closer cooperation to counter security threats in the Indo-Pacific, including with joint drills and deployments in…
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Philippines, Singapore deepen ties with defense cooperation agreement
Sarah Chan In a demonstration of strengthening ties, the Philippines and Singapore recently signed a memorandum of understanding on defense cooperation as the partnership becomes increasingly critical amid growing security…
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Will PRC ever live up to its promises in the South China Sea?
FORUM Staff The People’s Republic of China (PRC) has made numerous assurances and commitments to many nations over the decades about its intentions and conduct in the South China Sea,…
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Indo-Pacific Endeavour links Australia with Allies and Partners for military exercises, training
FORUM Staff Legal workshops on security issues hosted in Sri Lanka recently kicked off Indo-Pacific Endeavour 24 (IPE), Australia’s five-month engagement involving 14 countries across Southeast Asia and the northeast…
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Super Garuda Shield flexes multilateral, all-domain capabilities
FORUM Staff Indonesia’s signature military exercise, Super Garuda Shield, began in late August 2024 at locations across the republic to improve multilateral operations and enhance relationships among armed forces and…
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