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Russia in talks over sale of ‘unique’ S-400 to Middle East & Southeast Asia – defense chief
Published time: 23 Jan, 2018 14:36
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FILE PHOTO: Russian S-400 air defense systems . © Reuters
Moscow is in negotiations to sell its “unique” S-400 air defense systems to Middle Eastern and Southeast Asian states, the Russian defense minister said. The talks follow a recent deal between Russia and Turkey.
The “unsurpassed performance capabilities” of the S-400 lie at the heart of Ankara’s decision to purchase the Russian-made systems, Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu said during his tour of the Southeast Asian countries.

“Other countries have also expressed their interest in purchasing the S-400 complexes, including states in the Middle East and Southeast Asia,"Shoigu said on Thursday, adding that “the relevant negotiation work is currently underway.”

Two of the “unique” S-400 missile complexes have been deployed in Syria to ensure security at the Russian Khmeimim Airbase in the Syrian province of Latakia, and the maritime facility located in Tartus, according to the minister. He also stressed that nearly all negotiations with foreign counterparts touch upon purchasing Russian weapons.

Turkey’s decision to strike an S-400 deal with Russia has sparked concern among Ankara’s NATO allies and Washington in particular. In July, while the deal was still being negotiated, American military officials said Turkey purchasing S-400s would be worrying. However, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said that it is Turkey’s “national decision.”


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Efendi simbolon komisi 1 DPR
Membangun TNI yang profesional membutuhkan kesiapan alutsista, kesejahteraan dan sebagainya.

Sudah saatnya TNI memiliki alutsista yang canggih dan modern. "Sudah saat nya Indonesia memiliki SU-35, kapal selam kilo, Heli Apache, Black Hawk, MI-35, dan MI-17, S-400," katanya.

Sepertinya S-400 udh di lirik lama dan masih di harapkan mengisi sista hanud jrk jauh.
 
Help for Rohingya Refugee in Cox's Bazar Bangladesh

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TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - President Joko Widodo or Jokowi started his bilateral visit to five countries, namely Sri Lanka, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan. The president is scheduled to be overseas until January 29, 2018. Jokowi also brings help to Rohingya ethnic refugees residing in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh.

This assistance is the third time from the Indonesian government for Rohingya refugees. "Indeed, the refugees there still need a lot of medicine and food," said Jokowi at Base Ops, Halim Perdanakusuma Air Base, Jakarta, Wednesday, January 24, 2018.

When there is spare time while visiting Bangladesh, the President wants to visit the refugees at Cox's Bazar directly. "See you later, because from Dhaka to there also takes time," he said.


Jokowi said the Indonesian government will continue to send aid for Rohingya refugees. The reason, the number of those who reach hundreds of thousands is in need of help from other countries. "I think our consistency of providing assistance to Rohingya refugees is not in doubt," he said.

Not yet known how much aid given by the government this time. On a Hercules plane parked on the runway, looks like items of food and baby food.
 
The Pentagon will partner with a powerful Indonesian special forces unit
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William Gallo
VOA News
Jan. 23, 04:46 PM

The Pentagon is looking to boost counterterrorism cooperation with an elite Indonesian special forces group, U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis said Jan. 23 during a visit to Jakarta.

The special forces unit, known as Kopassus, has been accused of a range of human rights abuses, including killings and torture, mostly in the 1990s. Mattis says the group has since reformed.

“That was upwards of 20 years ago, and we’ll look at it since then,” Mattis said after meeting with Indonesian President Joko Widodo, Defense Minister Ryamizard Ryacudu, and other leaders.

Mattis’ visit aims to expand overall military cooperation with Indonesia, which is modernizing its military and has shown an increased willingness to push back against China’s territorial claims.

Indonesia is also dealing with the possible return of hundreds of Indonesians who fought with the Islamic State terror group in Syria and Iraq.

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Defense Secretary James N. Mattis meets with the Minister of Defense of Indonesia Ryamizard Ryacudu during a visit to Jakarta, Indonesia on Jan. 23, 2018. (DoD photo by Army Sgt. Amber I. Smith)

“We are out to expand in ways that respond to any requests from Indonesia on counterterrorism to include the special forces units,” Mattis said alongside his Indonesian counterpart.

Following those talks, Ryacudu said he would like Mattis to help relax the legal limitations on closer U.S. ties with the elite special forces group.

Rights abuses
Kopassus’ alleged abuses include massacres in East Timor, the abduction and forced disappearance of student pro-democracy activists, and a torture campaign in Aceh during a now-ended insurgency. Rights groups say many of those responsible have not been held accountable.

Amid those concerns, the United States severed ties with Kopassus in 1999. In 2010, the Pentagon took initial steps toward reestablishing cooperation, but the ties have been limited and non-lethal, consisting of staff exchanges and low-level subject matter dialogue.

Mattis says he believes the group has reformed and would now stand up to the scrutiny of the so-called Leahy Law, which prohibits the United States from providing military assistance to foreign security forces that violate human rights.

Joseph Felter, the top U.S. defense official on Southeast Asia, said the Pentagon sees “real value and potential in working with Kopassus as a partner in counterterrorism,” if the State Department were to loosen restrictions.

“They are a very, very effective counterterrorism unit,” Felter said.

The United States already has very close ties with the Indonesian military. Since 2013, Felter said the United States has sold more than $1.5 billion to Indonesia under the foreign military sales program, including the Apache helicopter and the F-16. And Felter says Jakarta is considering buying more F-16s.


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An Indonesian Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon sits on the flight line during exercise Cope West 17 at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Indonesia, Nov. 10, 2016. First conducted in 1989, Cope West is a Pacific Air Force lead exercise, normally focusing on airlift, air-land and air drop delivery operation techniques. Cope West 17 is the first-fighter focused exercise in Indonesia in 19 years involving the U.S. Military and the Indonesian Air Force. Both the U.S. F/A-18D Hornets and Indonesian F-16 Fighting Falcons bring unique capabilities affording the associated nations the opportunity to learn and understand each other’s skills, preparing them for real world contingencies and further strengthening their relationship. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aaron Henson)

“Anytime we can help a partner uphold a free and fair rules-based order in a free and open Indo-Pacific, that’s what we’re here for,” the deputy assistant secretary of defense for South and Southeast Asia said.

Vietnam
On Jan. 24, Mattis heads to Vietnam, where China is likely to be a major focus.

The Pentagon last week unveiled a new National Defense Strategy that prioritizes the U.S. geopolitical rivalry with China and Russia.

Vietnam is one of the most vocal critics of China’s expansive claims in the South China Sea and has repeatedly clashed with Chinese ships in the area.

During his visit to Indonesia Tuesday, Mattis repeatedly spoke about the importance of the “rule of law” and “freedom of navigation” – comments apparently aimed at China.

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Russia in talks over sale of ‘unique’ S-400 to Middle East & Southeast Asia – defense chief
Published time: 23 Jan, 2018 14:36
5a674312fc7e9303278b4567.jpg

FILE PHOTO: Russian S-400 air defense systems . © Reuters
Moscow is in negotiations to sell its “unique” S-400 air defense systems to Middle Eastern and Southeast Asian states, the Russian defense minister said. The talks follow a recent deal between Russia and Turkey.
The “unsurpassed performance capabilities” of the S-400 lie at the heart of Ankara’s decision to purchase the Russian-made systems, Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu said during his tour of the Southeast Asian countries.

“Other countries have also expressed their interest in purchasing the S-400 complexes, including states in the Middle East and Southeast Asia,"Shoigu said on Thursday, adding that “the relevant negotiation work is currently underway.”

Two of the “unique” S-400 missile complexes have been deployed in Syria to ensure security at the Russian Khmeimim Airbase in the Syrian province of Latakia, and the maritime facility located in Tartus, according to the minister. He also stressed that nearly all negotiations with foreign counterparts touch upon purchasing Russian weapons.

Turkey’s decision to strike an S-400 deal with Russia has sparked concern among Ankara’s NATO allies and Washington in particular. In July, while the deal was still being negotiated, American military officials said Turkey purchasing S-400s would be worrying. However, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said that it is Turkey’s “national decision.”


https://nasional.sindonews.com/read...desak-presiden-tambah-anggaran-tni-1507021509

https://nasional.sindonews.com/read...desak-presiden-tambah-anggaran-tni-1507021509

Efendi simbolon komisi 1 DPR
Membangun TNI yang profesional membutuhkan kesiapan alutsista, kesejahteraan dan sebagainya.

Sudah saatnya TNI memiliki alutsista yang canggih dan modern. "Sudah saat nya Indonesia memiliki SU-35, kapal selam kilo, Heli Apache, Black Hawk, MI-35, dan MI-17, S-400," katanya.

Sepertinya S-400 udh di lirik lama dan masih di harapkan mengisi sista hanud jrk jauh.
Paling vietnam

Picture no.3 he's doing the Isis finger lol
 

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