The dialogue took place at the Defense Ministry office in Jakarta, focusing on enhancing interoperability and defense collaboration between the two nations.
"Japan has shown interest in working with Indonesia on interoperability and strengthening defense cooperation," Head of the Information Bureau of the Defense Ministry, Brigadier General Frega Ferdinand Wenas, said during a press conference after the meeting.
Wenas emphasized that the joint training program will bring significant benefits to Indonesia, such as enhancing combat capabilities for both nations' military forces and fostering stronger military relations.
He also noted Japan's consistent participation in Indonesia's military training efforts, citing major international exercises such as Super Garuda Shield and the Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo (MNEK).
The Defense Ministry confirmed Japan’s participation in two major joint military training activities scheduled for 2025.
In addition to training, Sjamsoeddin explored opportunities for collaboration in military technology exchange.
"Japan's advanced defense technology offers valuable opportunities for cooperation on military equipment, enabling a transfer of technology that will strengthen Indonesia's defense capabilities," Wenas remarked.
He expressed confidence that this collaboration would bolster military strength and enhance bilateral ties between the two nations.
Wenas also highlighted the potential for expanded dialogue, proposing meetings involving defense and foreign ministries as well as military commanders to address defense issues.
"Hopefully, this meeting can evolve into a 'two-plus-two' format, involving not only defense and foreign ministers but also military commanders and chiefs of staff," he added.
From January 9 to 12, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will visit Indonesia and Malaysia to discuss bilateral cooperation and regional issues.
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Translator: Walda Marison, Resinta Sulistiyandari
Editor: Primayanti
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