Australia set to sign a new defence pact with Indonesia by end of the month
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Australia set to sign a new defence pact with Indonesia by end of the month

ABC  

Australia is poised to sign a new upgraded defence pact with Indonesia by the end of this month as the federal government prepares to welcome the incoming Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to Canberra. Australia and Indonesia confirmed in February they would upgrade their 2012 defence pact to a new binding agreement, with Defence Minister Richard Marles aiming to complete "lightning-fast" negotiations within three months. One Australian government source told the ABC that both countries were now "very close" to finalising the upgraded agreement, but the signing ceremony would likely be held in Indonesia rather in Australia. Australia, Indonesia promise to strike new defence agreement despite AUKUS tensions Photo shows Indonesian troops return to Australia In a joint statement, the Australian and Indonesian defence ministers say they have instructed officials to begin negotiations to "elevate" the existing defence cooperation pact between the two countries to "an agreement that is binding under international law".

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Russia and Indonesia hold talks to strengthen ties on defence and security
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Russia and Indonesia hold talks to strengthen ties on defence and security

The Hindu  

Russia and Indonesia took steps on Tuesday to strengthen their defence ties with a meeting between a top Russian security official and Indonesia’s Defence Minister in the capital of Jakarta as Moscow's war on Ukraine entered its fourth year. Ahead of the visit by Sergei Shoigu, secretary of the Russian Federation Security Council, the Russian news agency RIA Novosti said …

Russia and Indonesia hold talks to strengthen ties on defense and security
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Russia and Indonesia hold talks to strengthen ties on defense and security

Associated Press  

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Russia and Indonesia took steps on Tuesday to strengthen their defense ties with a meeting between a top Russian security official and Indonesia’s defense minister in the capital of Jakarta as Moscow’s war on Ukraine entered its fourth year. Ahead of the visit by Sergei Shoigu, secretary of the Russian Federation Security Council, the Russian news agency …

Australia and Papua New Guinea to begin negotiations on new defence treaty
1 month ago

Australia and Papua New Guinea to begin negotiations on new defence treaty

ABC  

Australia and Papua New Guinea will on Thursday announce they are beginning negotiations on a defence treaty, in a move that could have major implications for national security and the Pacific's strategic landscape. "The shared ambition for a treaty-level agreement would expand and modernise Australia and Papua New Guinea's defence relationship and facilitate deeper integration," he said. Papua New Guinean …

Indonesian and French defense ministers agree to deepen cooperation to maintain regional stability
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Indonesian and French defense ministers agree to deepen cooperation to maintain regional stability

Associated Press  

JAKARTA, Indonesia — The defense ministers of France and Indonesia agreed Friday to work more closely to maintain regional stability, Indonesian officials said. Visiting French Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu and his Indonesian counterpart, Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, agreed in a meeting that the two countries can collaborate through technology exchange and other forms of cooperation, Indonesian Defense Ministry spokesperson Brig. Last July, …

India, Indonesia deepen strategic ties, sign agreements in defence, trade and maritime security
Top News
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India, Indonesia deepen strategic ties, sign agreements in defence, trade and maritime security

Firstpost  

Subianto arrived late Thursday on his first official visit to India since becoming the president last year. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in New Delhi on Saturday. Image/X/@MEAIndia Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with visiting Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in New Delhi on Saturday as the two countries signed a series of cooperation agreements on …

PM Modi meets Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, agrees to boost defence and trade ties
1 month, 3 weeks ago

PM Modi meets Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, agrees to boost defence and trade ties

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: India and Indonesia agreed to instil a new momentum into their ties, with a particular focus on collaborating in defence manufacturing, maritime security and supply chains as Prime Minister Narendra Modi held extensive discussions with President Prabowo Subianto on Sunday. “To strengthen our cooperation in the Defence sector, we have decided to work together in the areas of …

Prabowo Subianto is R-Day guest. How are India-Indonesia strengthening defence, economic ties?
2 months ago

Prabowo Subianto is R-Day guest. How are India-Indonesia strengthening defence, economic ties?

Firstpost  

Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto is set to be the chief guest at this year’s Republic Day. Now, in the backdrop of his first visit to India as Head of State, let’s examine how the two countries are strengthening defence and economic ties Indian Army's BrahMos weapon systems are displayed during a full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day parade in …

Indonesia and Australia hold joint military drills after signing a new defense agreement
4 months, 1 week ago

Indonesia and Australia hold joint military drills after signing a new defense agreement

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Indonesian and Australian militaries …

Indonesia and Australia hold joint military drills after signing a new defense agreement
4 months, 1 week ago

Indonesia and Australia hold joint military drills after signing a new defense agreement

Associated Press  

SITUBONDO, Indonesia — The Indonesian and Australian militaries began joint combat drills off Indonesia’s main island of Java on Wednesday with about 2,000 troops training in air, maritime, amphibious and land operations. Recent disagreements include allegations that Australia had wiretapped private phone calls of a past Indonesian president, Indonesia’s use of capital punishment on Australian drug smugglers, and the smuggling …

Indonesia and Australia sign defense agreement
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Indonesia and Australia sign defense agreement

The Independent  

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Indonesia and Australia finalize new bilateral defense treaty
7 months ago

Indonesia and Australia finalize new bilateral defense treaty

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Indonesia and Australia on Tuesday finalized a new bilateral defense treaty that will enhance the neighboring nations’ ability to operate their militaries in each other’s territory. “What this agreement will do is provide for much greater interoperability between our defense forces, it will provide for much more exercises between our defense forces, it will see us working …

Indonesia and Australia finalise ‘significant’ defence pact
7 months ago

Indonesia and Australia finalise ‘significant’ defence pact

Al Jazeera  

The move comes as Indonesia’s president-elect Prabowo Subianto prepares to take office later this year. Australia and Indonesia have finalised a new defence pact, cementing closer ties between the countries as Prabowo Subianto prepares to take office as Indonesia’s next president in October. “I am determined to continue this good neighbour relationship … Australia plays a very important role for …

Indonesia and Australia hold defense talks as both nations move toward signing a security agreement
1 year, 1 month ago

Indonesia and Australia hold defense talks as both nations move toward signing a security agreement

Associated Press  

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Indonesia and Australia held high-level talks in Jakarta on Friday as the neighboring countries seek to strengthen security ties by signing a defense cooperation agreement in the coming months. Subianto said that Indonesia and Australia hope to sign a “very significant” defense cooperation agreement within two or three months. Marles, who is on a two-day visit to …

Anthony Albanese and James Marape sign sweeping security pact between Australia and PNG, China continues efforts to expand Pacific policing ties
1 year, 3 months ago

Anthony Albanese and James Marape sign sweeping security pact between Australia and PNG, China continues efforts to expand Pacific policing ties

ABC  

Australia has signed a sweeping security agreement with Papua New Guinea that commits both nations to deeper information sharing and holding joint consultations in the face of any security threats. Key points: The deal between Australia and PNG includes $200 million to support PNG's security priorities China has invited senior police officers from across the Pacific to a meeting in …

Papua New Guinea's prime minister says he will sign a security pact with Australia
1 year, 3 months ago

Papua New Guinea's prime minister says he will sign a security pact with Australia

The Independent  

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Where Indonesia’s Presidential Candidates Stand on National Defense
1 year, 3 months ago

Where Indonesia’s Presidential Candidates Stand on National Defense

The Diplomat  

With Indonesia’s 2024 presidential election on the horizon, the three pairs of presidential and vice presidential candidates have become increasingly active in promoting their visions for Indonesia’s development, including in the defense sector. In general, all candidates share the same view that the government should significantly modernize the Indonesian National Armed Forces, strengthen border and cyber defense, advance the domestic …

Australia and Papua New Guinea to sign major bilateral security agreement during PNG prime minister's Canberra visit
1 year, 3 months ago

Australia and Papua New Guinea to sign major bilateral security agreement during PNG prime minister's Canberra visit

ABC  

Australia and Papua New Guinea will sign a major bilateral security agreement this week as PNG Prime Minister James Marape visits Canberra for talks with Anthony Albanese. The agreement will focus heavily on Papua New Guinea's internal security, with PNG looking to Australia to do more to help train and bolster its police force. Police authorise the use of "lethal …

Papua New Guinea says security treaty with Australia has been delayed over certain provisions
1 year, 9 months ago

Papua New Guinea says security treaty with Australia has been delayed over certain provisions

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Papua New Guinean Prime Minister James Marape said a proposed security treaty with Australia has been delayed over “certain wordings and provisions,” a week after the strategically important South Pacific Island nation signed a new security pact with the United States that sparked protests. Marape informed Australian Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles of the delay on Monday …

Indonesia and Australia promise new defence cooperation agreement despite AUKUS tensions
2 years, 1 month ago

Indonesia and Australia promise new defence cooperation agreement despite AUKUS tensions

ABC  

Indonesia and Australia have promised to strike a new defence cooperation agreement, despite lingering tensions over the federal government's push to acquire nuclear-powered submarines. Key points: Australia and Indonesia's defence ministers agreed to look at elevating the existing defence cooperation pact A joint statement says they want to create an agreement that is "binding under international law" Indonesia responded angrily …

Australia finalising new security pact with Papua New Guinea
2 years, 2 months ago

Australia finalising new security pact with Papua New Guinea

Al Jazeera  

The Bilateral Security Treaty with PNG comes after China signed a security pact with the Solomon Islands in April. The leaders of Australia and neighbouring Papua New Guinea say they are finalising a new security treaty – a move seen as a challenge to China’s growing assertiveness in the Pacific region. Albanese said the economic and security interests of Australia …

US pushes defense ties with Indonesia as China strengthens
2 years, 4 months ago

US pushes defense ties with Indonesia as China strengthens

Associated Press  

JAKARTA, Indonesia — U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin met his Indonesian counterpart on Monday to push stronger defense ties amid growing Chinese naval activity in the Indo-Pacific region. Austin, at a joint news conference after meeting with Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto, said they discussed ways to deepen the two countries’ partnership, including through expanding interoperability and increasing investments …

Australia, PNG inch closer to inking security treaty as defence minister tours the Pacific island nation
2 years, 5 months ago

Australia, PNG inch closer to inking security treaty as defence minister tours the Pacific island nation

ABC  

Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles has flagged that he wants to significantly expand defence cooperation across the Pacific, starting with an "ambitious" bid to expand military ties and sign a security treaty with Papua New Guinea. Key points: PNG's Foreign Minister Justin Tkatchenko expressed interest in a formal treaty with Australia back in August Richard Marles said a treaty would …

Papua New Guinea Foreign Minister Justin Tkatchenko reveals plans for security agreement with Australia and potentially New Zealand
2 years, 6 months ago

Papua New Guinea Foreign Minister Justin Tkatchenko reveals plans for security agreement with Australia and potentially New Zealand

ABC  

Papua New Guinea's new Foreign Minister Justin Tkatchenko has revealed his country is moving to negotiate a security treaty with Australia — and potentially New Zealand — in a move that could have far-reaching strategic implications for the region. Key points: Papua New Guinea's Foreign Minister said the treaty "would cover all security aspects in the region" The announcement comes …

India is one of Australia’s closest security partners, says Australia Deputy PM
2 years, 9 months ago

India is one of Australia’s closest security partners, says Australia Deputy PM

The Hindu  

India is one of Australia’s closest security partners and the government is focused on revitalising Australia’s historically deep engagement with our partners across the Indo-Pacific, said Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister of Australia Richard Marles ahead of a visit to India. Noting that India and Australia are comprehensive strategic partners, Mr. Marles said he was committed to strengthening Australia’s …

Indonesia, Singapore sign key defense, extradition treaties
3 years, 1 month ago

Indonesia, Singapore sign key defense, extradition treaties

Associated Press  

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Indonesia and Singapore on Tuesday signed a series of key defense and diplomatic agreements that appeared to mark a turning point in relations between the Southeast Asian neighbors. The agreement on defense cooperation — along with separate treaties on extradition and airspace rights — were signed in the presence of Indonesian President Joko Widodo of Indonesia and …

Australia boosts cooperation with Indonesia against terrorism, cybercrime
3 years, 6 months ago

Australia boosts cooperation with Indonesia against terrorism, cybercrime

ABC  

Australia and Indonesia will increase cooperation in defence training and strengthen joint efforts against terrorism and cybercrime, following high-level bilateral talks in Jakarta. Key points: Australia's Foreign and Defence Ministers have kicked off a two-week diplomatic trip in Indonesia Indonesian military personnel will increasingly train in Australian defence facilities after renewing a defence pact Marise Payne and her Indonesian counterpart …

Japan, Indonesia sign arms transfer pact amid China concerns
3 years, 11 months ago

Japan, Indonesia sign arms transfer pact amid China concerns

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japan and Indonesia signed a pact on Tuesday allowing the transfer of Japanese defense equipment and technology to Jakarta as the two countries strengthen their military ties in the face of China’s increasingly assertive activity in the region. The agreement came during “two plus two” security talks among the foreign and defense ministers of the two countries, which …

India, Indonesia upgrade ties, sign 15 pacts
6 years, 9 months ago

India, Indonesia upgrade ties, sign 15 pacts

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India and Indonesia on Wednesday agreed to upgrade bilateral relations to a “comprehensive strategic partnership” by signing 15 pacts, including one on defence cooperation. At a joint press event, Modi said India and Indonesia had agreed to elevate their ties to “comprehensive strategic partnership.” India’s Act East policy and the vision of SAGAR matched Widodo’s Maritime Fulcrum vision, …

Indonesia suspends military cooperation with Australia
8 years, 2 months ago

Indonesia suspends military cooperation with Australia

Associated Press  

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Indonesia said Wednesday that it has suspended military cooperation with Australia over an alleged insult of Indonesian state ideology. Although Wuryanto, who like many Indonesians uses one name, declined to give the exact reason for the decision, he said among the factors were reports of an Indonesian instructor saying that a “laminated paper” displayed at the Australian …

Australia-Indonesia relationship improving despite Joko Widodo's postponed visit
8 years, 4 months ago

Australia-Indonesia relationship improving despite Joko Widodo's postponed visit

ABC  

Indonesian President Joko Widodo may have had to postpone his first official state visit to Australia but, behind the scenes, the bi-lateral relationship continues to grow apace. Joko Widodo speaks to ABC Indonesia bureau chief Samantha Hawley sat down with President Joko Widodo to speak about the importance of rebuilding trust between Australia and Indonesia, and the nation's controversial death …

Indonesia-Australia defence ties 'very good' despite past diplomatic rows: defence minister Ryamizard Ryacudu
9 years, 6 months ago

Indonesia-Australia defence ties 'very good' despite past diplomatic rows: defence minister Ryamizard Ryacudu

ABC  

The Indonesian defence minister says military ties with Australia were damaged by recent diplomatic rows but are now back on track. Ryamizard Ryacudu said as one of Australia's closest neighbours, the defence relationship should always be a top priority and remain stable despite diplomatic ups and downs. On claims Australian officials paid people smugglers to take a boat back into …

India, Indonesia sign six agreements – India TV
11 years, 5 months ago

India, Indonesia sign six agreements – India TV

India TV News  

Jakarta : Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh on his visit to Indonesia agreed to cooperate on counter-terrorism, security, anti-corruption and disaster management with the southeast Asian country and signed six pacts to take forward the strategic partnership between the two countries. This is Manmohan Singh's first bilateral visit to Indonesia. He arrived in Jakarta after attending the ASEAN summit in …

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