Analysts say the new Major Defence Cooperation Partnership inked by both sides on Apr 13 is mainly about modernising the Indonesian armed forces, but it could still test Jakarta’s room to manoeuvre diplomatically.
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How might the ‘major’ US-Indonesia defence partnership impact Southeast Asia?
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The US and Indonesia have signed a Major Defence Cooperation Partnership to modernize the Indonesian armed forces, which may impact Southeast Asia and test Jakarta's diplomatic maneuverability. The partnership was inked on April 13 and is expected to have implications for the region. Analysts are watching to see how this development will affect Indonesia's relationships with other countries in the area. The deal aims to enhance Indonesia's military capabilities, but its effects on regional dynam