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Defence Modernisation and Indonesia’s Economic Recovery
May 25, 2022

Defence Modernisation and Indonesia’s Economic Recovery

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Anastasia Febiola S

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Defence Modernisation and Indonesia’s Economic Recovery
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Anastasia Febiola S

Defence Modernisation and Indonesia’s Economic Recovery

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Summary

Despite showing progress in domestic economic recovery, Indonesia is still facing turbulences such as the war in Ukraine, which is affecting the global commodity prices. Through the National Armed Forces (TNI) modernisation program, the domestic defence industry is expected to contribute to the post-pandemic economic recovery thanks to defence equipment procurement programmes.

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Alman Helvas Ali

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Defence Modernisation and Indonesia’s Economic Recovery
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Alman Helvas Ali

Defence Modernisation and Indonesia’s Economic Recovery

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In our latest webinar, Alman Helvas Ali argued that political aspects are essential in weapons procurement deals and decision-making process. M. Ali also stated that Indonesia should procure defence equipment in large quantities in order to maximise the technological and economic benefits of the acquisition program.

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Maj, Gen. (Ret.) Jan Pieter Ate

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Maj, Gen. (Ret.) Jan Pieter Ate

Defence Modernisation and Indonesia’s Economic Recovery

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In our latest webinar, Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Jan Pieter Ate argued that without sufficient budget allocated for the National Armed Forces (TNI) modernisation program, Indonesia might not be able to achieve its objective of a self-reliant defence industry. In addition, Indonesia should reduce the acquisition of foreign-made equipment to support the development of the Indonesian defence industry.

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Novan Iman Santosa

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Novan Iman Santosa

Defence Modernisation and Indonesia’s Economic Recovery

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Novan Iman Santosa, an editor for The Jakarta Post, stated in our latest webinar that it should be mandatory for public institutions requiring land or air assets to carry out their duties to prioritise domestic-made equipment. M. Santosa also argued that Indonesia should be able to balance production for commercial and strategic use should the country wish for defence autonomy.

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