Security concerns test diplomatic reflexes of the two leaders

Security concerns test diplomatic reflexes of the two leaders

Defence Minister Richard Marles says that Indonesia has assured Australia that it will not allow Russia to access one of its military bases. But the ordeal has been a diplomatic test for the two candidates for Prime Minister, as we hit the halfway point of the election campaigns.

Indonesia has officially denied information about the possible deployment of Russian military aircraft on its territory, stressing its commitment to the principles of an independent foreign policy. The reason for the statement was publications that raised concerns in Australia. In particular, Janes reported that Moscow allegedly sent a request to use Manuhua Air Force Base in Papua Province, located less than 1400 km from Darwin, Australia. This…

Indonesia strives to preserve the international political balance, maintaining good relations with both the West and the Russian Federation

Indonesia Rejects Russia’s Military Base Request – Regional Tensions Rise - Breaking Latest News

Indonesia Firmly Denies Russia’s Request for Military Base – A Pivotal Moment in Regional Security Recent reports have highlighted a tense diplomatic situation involving Indonesia and Russia, specifically regarding a purported request from Moscow for the establishment of a military aircraft base within Indonesian territory. While initial speculation centered on Papua, the denials coming from Jakarta are emphatic and point to a potentially broade…

(Reuters) - Australia's defense minister said on April 16 he spoke with his Indonesian counterpart, in which Jakatar confirmed there would be no Russian military aircraft stationed in the country's Papua province.