"The new weaponry system namely tanks, warplanes, warships and helicopter will arrive in Indonesia gradually. For this year alone, we will have 37 units of BMP-3F tank made in Russia," he said.
Other equipment expected to arrive in Indonesia soon will include three submarines made in South Korea, a Fregat ship made in England, hydrographic ship, anti-submarine helicopter and a fast missile boat.
The chief of staff said such addition of equipment will support the navy forces in conducting its duties of securing Indonesian territory at sea.
Reporting by Didik Kusbiantoro
Translating and Editing by Amie Fenia Arimbi
Editor: Jafar M Sidik
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