Indonesia and Russia launched their first-ever joint naval drills on November 4, 2024. The five-day exercise, named Orruda 2024, takes place in the Java Sea near Surabaya. This event marks a significant shift in Indonesia’s foreign policy under new President Prabowo Subianto. Prabowo, inaugurated on October 20, 2024, aims to strengthen Indonesia‘s global relationships. The […]
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