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Indonesia and Russia have commenced their first joint naval exercises in the Java Sea, aimed at strengthening diplomatic and defense ties. Russian warships arrived with helicopters and support vessels, engaging in knowledge exchanges with the Indonesian navy.

Although traditionally non-aligned, newly elected Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto seeks closer ties with Russia, continuing a $1.1 billion fighter jet deal despite potential U.S. sanctions.

Despite Indonesia’s neutral foreign policy, President Prabowo Subianto seeks closer defense ties with Russia.

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[-] Akasazh@feddit.nl 9 points 2 days ago

They could use some practise. They managed to lose a naval battle with a country that doesn't have a navy.

[-] Docus@lemmy.world 7 points 2 days ago

Well, that’s Indonesia off my list of holiday destinations then

[-] HowRu68@lemmy.world 6 points 2 days ago

Also, maybe it's part of being" neutral", yet the future will tell where this (alleged of human rights abuses) tiktok president is going

" DW Asia-Pacific Bureau Chief Georg Matthes, however, is certain that Indonesia is still trying to remain non-aligned in international politics, despite the exercises with Russia.

"These trainings are quite important for Indonesian military, but it's not something uncommon. They recently conducted a similar training with German naval vessels," Matthes said, also mentioning the massive annual "Super Garuda Shield" exercises that Indonesia has conducted with the United States since 2006.

[-] CptEnder@lemmy.world 3 points 2 days ago

Indonesia: can't pick a side of I play every side

[-] homesweethomeMrL@lemmy.world 1 points 2 days ago

Indonesia. Mmm. That's a shame.

[-] IndustryStandard@lemmy.world 1 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

A bit weird Russia sends forces to Indonesia for en exercise while part of their country has been captured by Ukraine.

Priorities?...

[-] Buddahriffic@lemmy.world 1 points 2 days ago

Probably just trying to keep their remaining navy out of Ukraine's range.

this post was submitted on 04 Nov 2024
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