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Indonesia Receives New Rafale Jets and Modernizes Military Equipment
On May 18, 2026, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto announced the continued modernization of the nation's defense capabilities during a handover ceremony at a military airbase in Jakarta. The ceremony featured the delivery of six French-made Rafale fighter jets, part of a larger $8.1 billion deal signed in 2022 for 42 aircraft. In addition, the Indonesian military received four Dassault Falcon 8X and one Airbus A400M Atlas aircraft. President Prabowo emphasized that strengthening defense capabilities is essential for national security and stability in an unpredictable global geopolitical environment. Defence Ministry spokesman Rico Ricardo Sirait highlighted that modernizing military equipment is not only about acquiring combat platforms but also about safeguarding Indonesia's sovereignty, national honor, and defense readiness. Prabowo, who assumed office in 2024, has prioritized modernizing Indonesia's aging military assets and has sought international cooperation, including discussions with French President Emmanuel Macron to enhance strategic and defense industry collaboration. The delivery of these jets marks the second batch, following three Rafale jets received in January, reflecting Indonesia's commitment to a gradual but sustained improvement of its air defense capabilities.
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