Local residents observe the Indonesian Air Force’s fighter jets and equipment displayed at Roesmin Nurjadin Air Force Base in Pekanbaru, Riau. - Antara
JAKARTA (The Jakarta Post/Asia News Network): The recently formed alliance between Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States called AUKUS means one thing for Indonesia: its defence modernisation plans must be improved to better prepare for any worst-case scenario if peace and stability in the region is at risk.
The AUKUS pact includes the agreement that the US and the UK will help Australia to develop nuclear-powered submarines, as well as enhance their joint capabilities and interoperability.
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