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I like this pic. looks great.

terrible news, huge loss for the victims famlies. in the first minutes after the incident, VN government offered a hand in searching the plane. I wonder why Indonesian government rejects it. we were willing to do what we can within our limited capacity.

We don't reject any help offer. All help are welcome and we really appreciate the good will.

We received offer from many countries, however, we prioritize certain countries to join the mission for couple of reasons while others are asked to standby in case we need more party to join in (India and China are also offering their assistance).

Malaysia, Singapore, and Korea are in this mission because they lost their citizen in the accident. US, Japan, Russia, and Australia are joined in because they have the advance tech to locate and evacuate the missing object.

Our SAR team since first few days have pinpointed the location of the crash and have divided the search area accordingly, and it's not too big. Based on the search area, the number of the party currently involved in this mission is enough.. In the last few days, we have found dead bodies and just recently we found the tail of the aircraft in the bottom of the ocean, it is just a matter of time before we find the rest.

The only reason why it is rather slow is because of the bad weather condition in the field. The rain, hard wind, high wave, muddy water, all in one.. No matter how many and how good the technology, nature is always stronger... The rescue team can only wait the weather to subside to carry on the mission.

Tu-16 Strategic Bomber of Republic of Indonesia Air Force (AURI) In 1960's,

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Sverdlov-class Cruiser, given by the Soviet Union for free charge
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Too bad Suharto didn't trust the Air Force and Navy and treated them like unwanted child, he let them to rot... Now it's time to reviving the glory days.
 
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Invasion of East Timor (1975-1980)

Indonesian-backed US and Australia, initiated war against communist East Timor. Too bad, Australia saw a "Black Gold" beneath Timor's soil, and stab us back in 1998



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One of the Army's General, Prabowo Subianto in East Timor

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Leutnant Colonel Iswanto Budiman (Oey Tiong Hian), an Indonesian Navy Kopaska (special Forces) high official

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TNI - PLA joint Exercise

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13 Papuan rebel captured after crossfire with police, 7/1/ 2015
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Police also securing and interrogating around 116 suspected rebel afterward
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US, Indonesia Expand Military Cooperation Agreement



FILE - An Indonesian soldier cleans up a missile launcher during a military exhibition in Jakarta.


Fatiyah Wardah
January 07, 2015 4:25 PM

JAKARTA—
Indonesia and the United States have signed an action plan to expand military cooperation and improve Indonesia's defense readiness.

The signing ceremony at the Ministry of Defense in Jakarta Wednesday was witnessed by the ministry's Secretary General, Lt. Gen. Ediwan Prabowo, and U.S. Deputy Ambassador Kristen Bauer.

After the ceremony, Prabowo said the 2015 action plan would substantially expand the U.S. Defense Institution Reform Initiative (DIRI) Program in Indonesia.

"Today we begin to ... establish a master plan for 2015. The focus of cooperation between the Ministry of Defense and DIRI is not only in one program. The cooperation would involve the directorate general’s defense strategy, defense planning and its defense potential," said Prabawo.

Bauer said defense cooperation with Indonesia is a long-term commitment for the United States.

"Our relationship continues to grow and strengthen. And our defense relationship is a key part of it and it has never been stronger. With over 500 exchanges, joint exercises and other activities last year and more planned for this year, we are very proud to be Indonesia’s top partner in mil to mil engagements," said Bauer.

The U.S. says the DIRI mission is to partner with countries to develop effective, accountable, professional and transparent defense establishments.

The U.S. cut off military ties with Indonesia over human rights concerns in the early 1990s. Full defense relations were restored in 2005.

This report was produced in collaboration with VOA's Indonesian service.

US, Indonesia Expand Military Cooperation Agreement
 
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13 Papuan Rebel Captured
nasional.news.viva.co.id/news/read/575888-diwarnai-baku-tembak--13-pemberontak-papua-diringkus

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Good, it's about time this maggots to be arrested if not kill, there's too many indonesian security forces being killed in papua lately.....hopely we can eradicate opm as soon as possible.....
 
Good, it's about time this maggots to be arrested if not kill, there's too many indonesian security forces being killed in papua lately.....hopely we can eradicate opm as soon as possible.....

Firm stance and tough measure is indeed required to deal with this violent rebel groups. We can't tolerate any movement to harm Indonesia integrity for any reason, and will defend it at any cost necessary.
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Indonesia to be firm but friendly at sea

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Only two months have passed since Joko Widodo recited the presidential oath of office, but as the seventh president of Indonesia, he has shown unprecedented toughness in foreign policy. Widodo made several stern announcements that Indonesia would sink illegal fishing boats from other countries, and Commander of National Armed Forces Moeldoko also said that Indonesia would like to play the role of a "big brother" in ASEAN.

These statements from the new Indonesian government have shown that the "Emerald of the Equator" is committed to growing into a maritime power. This commitment has already become one of Widodo's national strategies. The question is, does this mean a really tough approach at sea?

Covering roughly 8 million square kilometers of the sea, the archipelago is at the crossroads of Asia and Oceania, the Pacific and the Indian Ocean. Since the country has basically managed to finish its political transition from dictatorship to democracy, and its economy is sustaining steady and rapid growth, Indonesians are keen to be a major maritime power.

At the November East Asia Summit in Myanmar, Widodo has put forward a comprehensive plan to forge Indonesia into a maritime power, which focuses on five aspects, including maritime culture, economy, infrastructure and regional interconnection, diplomacy, and national security.

The cultural aspect requires the Indonesians to further strengthen their identity as a maritime power, and they should expand their knowledge of how to govern and explore the seas. The economic aspect leads Indonesia to shift its attention to the exploitation of maritime resources. The country will also put more efforts into the development of maritime infrastructure such as ports and marine highways, and streamline interconnections between regional countries.

In diplomatic terms, Jakarta is taking a proactive attitude to cooperation over maritime issues such as illegal fishing, territorial disputes, pirates and pollution. And finally, Indonesia is eager to ramp up its national security to protect its legitimate rights over the seas and assume its international responsibility to safeguard the freedom of navigation and maritime security.

Jakarta's enormous project will undoubtedly need massive support in terms of fund and human resources. In this case, China has competitive advantages as its 21st Century Maritime Silk Road coheres with Indonesia's strategy of maritime power, which gives a large space for cooperation.

Indonesia's tactics and approaches in dealing with foreign affairs, in the context of an ambitious maritime power strategy, have been slightly readjusted. Jakarta is more emboldened to launch complaints to anyone who harms Indonesia's national interests. Besides, unlike his predecessor Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's principle of "a thousand friends, zero enemies," Widodo has employed a "pro-people" diplomatic approach, which means Jakarta will be more clear about boundaries, engaging closer relations with countries which can benefit Indonesia's development, and staying at a respectful distance from those that might harm its interests.

Whether Indonesia's diplomatic style and tactics change or not, the new Indonesian government will continue sticking to its conventional principle that requires independence and activity. Jakarta's foreign policy will always serve the goals of maintaining Indonesia's political independence, economic self-reliance and cultural personality.

Thus, any attempt to seduce Indonesia away from China will prove futile. Indonesia's maritime power strategy does not herald the country taking a tough approach at sea, nor will it pose threats to China. It is an approach that Indonesia uses to realize its domestic objectives and promote regional strategies.

The author is a research fellow with the Institute of Asia-Pacific Studies at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences.

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Indonesian Army inducts indigenously built assault craft
Posted by Maki Catama on 1:42 PM





KMC Komando TNI AD fast assault craft.

JAKARTA, -- The Indonesian Army (Tentara Nasional Indonesia Angkatan Darat, or TNI-AD) has inducted a locally produced fast assault craft into a sub-unit of its North Maluku regional command, Indonesian news agency Antara reported on 2 January.

The craft, known locally as the Kapal Motor Cepat (KMC) Komando, has been developed through collaboration between the TNI-AD, local shipbuilder PT Tesco Indomaritim, and the Surabaya Institute of Technology.

The vessel was conceived as a lightly armed platform to support swift amphibious landings on beaches and river banks. It has a top speed of 45 kt, a three-man crew, and space for 31 embarked personnel.

Armament comprises a single 12.7 mm machine gun, mounted on an autonomous controller equipped with a laser range finder that can track targets at up to 2 km. The TNI-AD did not reveal any further controller system specifications, but stressed that all components have been sourced indigenously.

A demonstration of the vessel's capabilities was first conducted in April 2014 at Ancol, Jakarta.

A spokesperson for the North Maluku regional command told reporters that the TNI-AD plans to deploy the vessel to support maritime security tasks, such as to counter smuggling and illegal fishing. The TNI-AD is expected to induct up to eight more of these vessels into various regional commands by the end of 2015.

Indonesian patrols to counter illegal fishing habitually have been undertaken by stakeholders such as the maritime police, department of fisheries, and (to a limited extent) the navy. The North Maluku regional command's statement that the TNI-AD will undertake such tasks marks the first time in recent history that army units have been used to support such missions.

Countering illegal fishing seems to have become a priority of Indonesia's new administration since President Joko Widodo was sworn in in October 2014 and outlined his vision of Indonesia's role as a 'maritime nation'. In November 2014, Indonesia announced that it was considering deploying ship-launched missiles against foreign fishing vessels that intrude into its territorial waters.

Indonesian Army inducts indigenously built assault craft ~ ASEAN Military Defense Review
 
Outgoing Air Force chief reveals 2015-2019 modernization plans
The Jakarta Post, Jakarta | National | Thu, January 08 2015, 7:31 PM

National News

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The Indonesian Air Force plans to conduct modernization programs for its aircraft and systems as well as procuring new assets in the 2015-2019 period, outgoing Air Force chief of staff Air Chief Marshal Ida Bagus Putu Dunia said on Thursday.

In 2015, the Air Force will conduct the Falcon Star program to extend the structural life and mid-life upgrade (MLU) program to modernize the avionics of F-16 A/B Block 15 jet fighters, which belong to the 3rd Squadron at Iswahjudi Air Force Base (AFB) in Madiun, East Java, the Air Force said on its website.

Bagus said there were also plans for the acquisition of cameras and surveillance radars for Boeing 737-2X9 Surveiller maritime patrol aircraft (MPA).

The MPAs are under the 5th Squadron at Sultan Hasanuddin AFB in Makassar, South Sulawesi.

In the medium term, the Air Force is applying for the acquisition of aircraft for multirole tanker transport (MRTT), airborne warning and control (AW&C) and strategic maritime surveillance missions.

Speaking during an exit briefing at the Air Force headquarters in Cilangkap, East Jakarta, Bagus said the Air Force also wanted to buy one medium and low altitude air defense (MLAAD) radar as well as refurbishing two Weibel radars.

The procurement program also includes the purchase of new AIM-9 Sidewinder short-range air-to-air missiles and other modern weapons systems.

Bagus will be replaced by Air Marshal Ade Supriatna who is set to be officiated by President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo on Friday.

In his farewell briefing, Bagus also revealed a number of achievements such as the upgrade of three AFBs from Type B to Type A and eight AFBs from Type D to Type C. Therefore, currently the service has nine Type As, 13 Type Bs and 29 Type Cs.

He also said the establishment of the 16th Squadron had increased the number of combat squadrons to eight in addition to five transport squadrons, three helicopter squadrons, two VIP/VVIP squadrons, two training squadrons and one unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) squadron. (nvn)(++++)

- See more at: Outgoing Air Force chief reveals 2015-2019 modernization plans | The Jakarta Post
 
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Outgoing Air Force chief reveals 2015-2019 modernization plans
The Jakarta Post, Jakarta | National | Thu, January 08 2015, 7:31 PM

National News

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The Indonesian Air Force plans to conduct modernization programs for its aircraft and systems as well as procuring new assets in the 2015-2019 period, outgoing Air Force chief of staff Air Chief Marshal Ida Bagus Putu Dunia said on Thursday.

In 2015, the Air Force will conduct the Falcon Star program to extend the structural life and mid-life upgrade (MLU) program to modernize the avionics of F-16 A/B Block 15 jet fighters, which belong to the 3rd Squadron at Iswahjudi Air Force Base (AFB) in Madiun, East Java, the Air Force said on its website.

Bagus said there were also plans for the acquisition of cameras and surveillance radars for Boeing 737-2X9 Surveiller maritime patrol aircraft (MPA).

The MPAs are under the 5th Squadron at Sultan Hasanuddin AFB in Makassar, South Sulawesi.

In the medium term, the Air Force is applying for the acquisition of aircraft for multirole tanker transport (MRTT), airborne warning and control (AW&C) and strategic maritime surveillance missions.

Speaking during an exit briefing at the Air Force headquarters in Cilangkap, East Jakarta, Bagus said the Air Force also wanted to buy one medium and low altitude air defense (MLAAD) radar as well as refurbishing two Weibel radars.

The procurement program also includes the purchase of new AIM-9 Sidewinder short-range air-to-air missiles and other modern weapons systems.

Bagus will be replaced by Air Marshal Ade Supriatna who is set to be officiated by President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo on Friday.

In his farewell briefing, Bagus also revealed a number of achievements such as the upgrade of three AFBs from Type B to Type A and eight AFBs from Type D to Type C. Therefore, currently the service has nine Type As, 13 Type Bs and 29 Type Cs.

He also said the establishment of the 16th Squadron had increased the number of combat squadrons to eight in addition to five transport squadrons, three helicopter squadrons, two VIP/VVIP squadrons, two training squadrons and one unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) squadron. (nvn)(++++)

- See more at: Outgoing Air Force chief reveals 2015-2019 modernization plans | The Jakarta Post
Outgoing Air Force chief reveals 2015-2019 modernization plans
The Jakarta Post, Jakarta | National | Thu, January 08 2015, 7:31 PM

National News

10734049_792021797538863_6228333920126786259_n.jpg


The Indonesian Air Force plans to conduct modernization programs for its aircraft and systems as well as procuring new assets in the 2015-2019 period, outgoing Air Force chief of staff Air Chief Marshal Ida Bagus Putu Dunia said on Thursday.

In 2015, the Air Force will conduct the Falcon Star program to extend the structural life and mid-life upgrade (MLU) program to modernize the avionics of F-16 A/B Block 15 jet fighters, which belong to the 3rd Squadron at Iswahjudi Air Force Base (AFB) in Madiun, East Java, the Air Force said on its website.

Bagus said there were also plans for the acquisition of cameras and surveillance radars for Boeing 737-2X9 Surveiller maritime patrol aircraft (MPA).

The MPAs are under the 5th Squadron at Sultan Hasanuddin AFB in Makassar, South Sulawesi.

In the medium term, the Air Force is applying for the acquisition of aircraft for multirole tanker transport (MRTT), airborne warning and control (AW&C) and strategic maritime surveillance missions.

Speaking during an exit briefing at the Air Force headquarters in Cilangkap, East Jakarta, Bagus said the Air Force also wanted to buy one medium and low altitude air defense (MLAAD) radar as well as refurbishing two Weibel radars.

The procurement program also includes the purchase of new AIM-9 Sidewinder short-range air-to-air missiles and other modern weapons systems.

Bagus will be replaced by Air Marshal Ade Supriatna who is set to be officiated by President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo on Friday.

In his farewell briefing, Bagus also revealed a number of achievements such as the upgrade of three AFBs from Type B to Type A and eight AFBs from Type D to Type C. Therefore, currently the service has nine Type As, 13 Type Bs and 29 Type Cs.

He also said the establishment of the 16th Squadron had increased the number of combat squadrons to eight in addition to five transport squadrons, three helicopter squadrons, two VIP/VVIP squadrons, two training squadrons and one unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) squadron. (nvn)(++++)

- See more at: Outgoing Air Force chief reveals 2015-2019 modernization plans | The Jakarta Post

LOOKS like TNI is not buying any new MRF they are more focus on maintainance and structural upgrade.. I think they will looks for more free f-16 from USA to replace their F-5. Forget about SU35, EF2000 or Gripen.
 
LOOKS like TNI is not buying any new MRF they are more focus on maintainance and structural upgrade.. I think they will looks for more free f-16 from USA to replace their F-5. Forget about SU35, EF2000 or Gripen.

Air Force will not in near future they will focusing to enhance their C4ISR capability, but Air Defense Command yet to decide whether to procure fighter for themselves or to procure Medium Range SAM. After all Air Force wants to have at least 12 squadrons of jet fighters
 

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