The purchase of the first aircraft carrier is a milestone in maritime security in Southeast Asia, especially for Indonesia. The Italian ship Giuseppe Garibaldi is now part of the Indonesian navy as KRI Sriwijaya and represents Jakarta’s future ambitions.  Indonesia Aircraft Carrier Marks a Strategic Shift Indonesia’s high archipelagic area requires effective maritime surveillance, speedy deployment, and reliable maritime support. …

China’s growing PLA Navy is reshaping the strategic environment of the Indo-Pacific, and threatening the existing power dynamics. Beijing’s investment in aircraft carriers, advanced warships and naval technologies have come to reflect its ambitions. China’s growing presence has, however, raised concerns with its neighbours on maritime security and territorial disputes, together with the future of regional stability. View this post …

ASEAN has been a long-standing anchor for stability in Southeast Asia, laying the groundwork for economic and political cooperation, establishing dialogue, and promoting a security architecture based on rules and mutual respect. Today, with several complex challenges facing the region, it is as vital as ever that ASEAN continues to be part of the management of these challenges. Founding Principles: …