US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Indonesian Defense Minister Discuss Military Cooperation

Bilateral Defense Cooperation

• 🤝 Pete Hegseth expressed pleasure in meeting with Indonesian Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, highlighting the long friendship between the United States and Indonesia.
• 🇺🇸 The US values the successful and long-standing security relationship with Indonesia.

Key Areas of Collaboration

• 🌍 Hegseth thanked the Minister for Indonesia's leadership on the International Stability and Security Force in Gaza.
• 🚀 He commended Indonesia's commitment to advancing President Trump's vision for lasting peace.
• ⚓ The two nations' militaries work closely together on security issues, including maritime security.

Military Exercises and Future Engagements

• 🛡️ The Super Garuda Shield exercise, concluded in September, was noted as Indonesia's largest and most complex military exercise.
• 📈 Over 170 exercises are conducted annually between the US and Indonesia, advancing tactics and latest technology.
• 💪 Joint training and operations demonstrate a growing resolve and shared strength.

Indonesian Perspective on Cooperation

• 🙏 The Indonesian government expressed gratitude to Hegseth and President Trump, emphasizing a commitment to enhance defense cooperation.
• 🎓 Indonesia aims to learn significantly from the US forces and Ministry of War.
• 🌐 Future cooperation will focus on increasing defense partnerships and people-to-people contact, alongside government-to-government engagement.
• 🌟 Indonesia is eager to host future Garuda exercises.