What Can Indonesia Expect From Its Anticipated Defense Cooperation Agreement With Australia?

What Can Indonesia Expect From Its Anticipated Defense Cooperation Agreement With Australia?

Indonesia and Australia are preparing to open a new chapter in their diplomatic relations. Shortly after the general election in Indonesia in February, the winner of the election, Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto, met with Australia’s Defense Minister Richard Marles in Jakarta. During the meeting, the two leaders agreed to strengthen cooperation in the defense sector … Read more

The Case For Greater ASEAN Defense Industry Collaborations

The Case For Greater ASEAN Defense Industry Collaborations

Numerous members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are currently engaged in the active modernization of their armed forces. These initiatives stem not only from the need to replace obsolete weapon systems, but are also driven by the escalating uncertainty in global and regional geopolitics, notably the intense competition between the United States … Read more