Podcasts

In our latest webinar, our Lead Analyst for Maritime Security and Counterterrorism, Andi Raihanah Ashar, pointed out why commonality and interoperability factors should be prioritised in modernising the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI).

In our latest webinar, Cdre. Heri Triwibowo explained the urgency to significantly increase Indonesian National Armed Forces’s (TNI) anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare capabilities, including by expanding and modernising the submarine fleet.

In our latest discussion, BG Oktaheroe Ramsi discussed several challenges for the Indonesian military to enhance its anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare capabilities. M. Ramsi also mentioned some future procurement plans.

In our latest webinar, Alman Helvas Ali underlined the importance for Indonesian defense stakeholders to adapt to various disruptive technologies in naval warfare. M. Ali also provided several suggestions on how Indonesian military could better integrate its assets.

In our latest webinar, our Lead Analyst for Maritime Security and Counterterrorism, Andi Raihanah Ashar, underlined the importance of fostering multilateral defence industrial cooperation among ASEAN countries. Ms. Ashar pointed out several opportunities to materialise this idea, including the increase in regional defence spending, similar requirements, and transfer of technology programmes.

In our latest discussion, Dr Mohd Hazmi Rusli explained Malaysia’s ambition to become an influential regional and international player. M. Rusli emphasised that one of the key components to achieving this goal is for Malaysia to have capable and modern armed forces.

In our latest webinar, Joshua Bernard Espeña shared his views about the ongoing arms modernisation and defence industry advancement plan in the Philippines. Additionally, M. Espeña gave several tips for ASEAN countries seeking defence industry collaboration with the Philippines.

In our latest webinar, Curie Maharani Savitri highlighted some challenges that ASEAN countries must overcome to achieve meaningful cooperation in the defence industry. Ms. Savitri also highlighted how Indonesia could play a pivotal role in the formation of a regional defence industry network.

In our latest webinar, Thomas Lim outlined the trajectory of Singapore’s defence industry development and put forward a number of ideas on how to initiate a strong defence industry collaboration among ASEAN states.

In our latest webinar, our Communication Associate, Bianca Nadiera, outlined the reasons why Indonesia should actively address geopolitical tensions in the Indo-Pacific Region.

In our latest webinar, Caka Alverdi Awal explained the threats posed by geopolitical competition and transnational crime to Indonesia’s maritime domain. M. Awal also underlined the need for Indonesia to bolster its defence posture and proactively promote peace and cooperation.

In our latest discussion, Col. Steven Toar Sambouw mentioned various dimensions and spectrums of military, non-military, and hybrid threats that Indonesia must face. Additionally, M. Sambouw conveyed the importance of Indonesia possessing the capability to repel potential adversaries beyond its borders.

In our latest discussion, Farhan Julianto emphasised the need for Jakarta to clarify its maritime security-related strategies and improve inter-governmental coordination. Additionally, M. Julianto stressed the importance of Indonesia to continuously increase both the quality and quantity of its maritime security assets.

In our latest webinar, Alman Helvas Ali gave several suggestions so that Indonesia could contribute more to Indo-Pacific security, especially in Southeast Asia. One of the basic enablers is for the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) to have modern power projection capabilities.

In our latest webinar, our Communication Associate, Bianca Nadiera, pointed out the importance of discussing the fate of the current 10 priority programmes for the national defence industry considering the transfer of power that will soon occur.

In our latest webinar, Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Jan Pieter Ate highlighted a number of issues in Indonesia’s efforts to master 10 key defence technologies. M. Ate also emphasised the importance of long-term political and budgetary commitment in advancing Indonesia’s defence industry.

In our latest discussion, Yono Reksoprodjo provided a list of recommendations so that Indonesia can better advance its domestic defence industry. M. Reksoprodjo also explained the importance of building a comprehensive defence industry, starting from the raw materials industry to system/platform integration.

In our latest discussion, Alman Helvas Ali underlined the hurdles within the Indonesian defence industry, ranging from political commitment, bureaucratic, to mindset issues. M. Ali explained the need for additional investment in the defence sector so that the local defence industry can master more technology.

In our latest webinar, Curie Maharani Savitri compared the conditions and process for forming a defence industry blueprint in Indonesia with other countries. Ms. Savitri underscored how uncertainty and inconsistency in executing defence industry priority programmes negatively affect Indonesia’s ambition to increase its national defence self-sufficiency.

In our latest webinar, our Communications Associate, Bianca Nadiera, underlined the critical need to analyse defence-related policy proposals outlined by the three presidential candidates.

In our latest webinar, Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Jan Pieter Ate emphasised the urgency of the new president to accelerate the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) modernisation programme and the advancement of the domestic defence industry.

In our latest discussion, Curie Maharani Savitri shed light on the trends in the defence policy-making process in Indonesia and the various internal and external challenges that the new president must face in strengthening the national defence posture.

In our latest discussion, Ade Marboen pointed out the central role of the president and vice president in the defence sector and why it is important for the next administration to have a long-term commitment to enhance Indonesia’s national defence posture.

In our latest webinar, Novan Iman Santosa explained a number of security challenges that Indonesia would face in the future and what the impact would be if there were no significant changes in Indonesia’s defence posture.

In our latest webinar, our Communication Associate, Bianca Nadiera, pointed out a number of factors that must be taken into account when the Indonesian Government wants to implement energy transition policies in the country’s defence sector.

In our latest webinar, Agus Tjahajana presented the economic opportunities and global defence industry trends to develop and produce military equipment and platforms that are more environmentally friendly, including those that utilise battery technology. M. Tjahajana also explained why it is important for Indonesia’s domestic defence and commercial industry to master energy transition-related technologies.

In our latest discussion, AFM Dedy Laksmono mentioned a number of benefits that energy transition-related technologies could provide to the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI). Additionally, M. Laksmono underlined the Ministry of Defence and TNI’s plans to operate more electric vehicles and battery-based platforms.

In our latest discussion, Novan Iman Santosa highlighted several alternative energy sources and storage technologies that could be adopted by the Indonesian defence sector, especially biofuels, solar panels, and batteries. M. Santosa also emphasised that energy storage and distribution must be adapted to military operational needs.

In our latest webinar, Alman Helvas Ali explained that the energy transition in the defence secretary heavily relies on access to key technologies, as well as budgetary and political support from the government. M. Ali also presented several recommendations on how the Indonesian defence industry and armed forces should incorporate more energy transition-related technologies.

Our Research Coordinator, Andi Raihanah Ashar pointed out why it is critical for Indonesia to improve its underwater defence not only to protect its sovereignty but also its economy and natural resources.

In our latest discussion, Col. Andri Kristianto explained the Indonesian Navy’s (TNI AL) plan to strengthen its underwater defence capabilities. M. Kristianto emphasised that in the future, TNI AL should operate more advanced and numerous underwater platforms, including submarines and Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs).

In our latest webinar, Col. Mohamad Nafis underlined the government’s commitment to enhance Indonesia’s underwater security, especially through the continuous modernisation of the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) and the advancement of the domestic defence industry. M. Nafis also mentioned several variables that hinder the efforts to strengthen Indonesia’s underwater defence such as budget limitations.

In our latest discussion, Rizal Darma Putra described geopolitical challenges and maritime threats that Indonesia must face. M. Putra underlined that it is also important for Indonesia to closely monitor the security policies of major powers, especially China and the US and their allies, in the Indo-Pacific Region, as well as put special focus on preventing illegal underwater activities within its territory.

In our latest webinar, Alman Helvas Ali highlighted a number of challenges for Indonesia to protect its underwater domain and for the local defence industry to master underwater domain-related technologies such as sonar, submarines, and Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs). M. Ali also gave several policy recommendations for the government to improve the mastery of underwater technology.