
Towards 2024 and TNI Post-MEF Modernisation
Opening Remarks
Anastasia Febiola S

Anastasia Febiola S
Towards 2024 and TNI Post-MEF Modernisation
Summary
The progress of the Minimum Essential Forces (MEF) has reached 62% until 2021, but is predicted that it will not be able to meet the target of 100% by the end of 2024. In fact, the Commander of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), Gen. Andika Perkasa, also stated that the modernisation progress will only reach 70% by 2024, due to various factors which eventually hinder the MEF plan.
Speaker
Alman Helvas Ali

Alman Helvas Ali
Towards 2024 and TNI Post-MEF Modernisation
Summary
In our latest webinar, Alman Helvas Ali reminded that the Indonesian government should have backup plans for its National Armed Forces (TNI) modernisation. M. Ali also highlighted the importance of focusing on the right priorities due to budget constraints, which could hinder procurement programmes.
Speaker
Brig. Gen. Oktaheroe Ramsi

Brig. Gen. Oktaheroe Ramsi
Towards 2024 and TNI Post-MEF Modernisation
Summary
In our latest webinar, Brig. Gen. Oktaheroe Ramsi stated that Indonesia’s defence posture and modernisation plan is focused on developing the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) strength. However, the modernisation of the armed forces, especially long-term planning, cannot be implemented quickly due to numerous considerations involving all levels of government.
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Curie Maharani Savitri

Curie Maharani Savitri
Towards 2024 and TNI Post-MEF Modernisation
Summary
In our latest webinar, Curie Maharani Savitri argued that amidst limited fiscal capacity, Indonesia’s national armed forces modernisation plan should be based on cost-effective solutions. For example, the French (Defence) Research and Development Agency, operates a dedicated division that monitors technological advancement in the commercial sector. Once there is a technology that has the potential to be developed into defence technology, they will try to develop and support it even if it is not 100% mature.