The Indo Defence 2025 Expo & Forum officially concluded on Saturday, June 14, at Jakarta International Expo (JIEXPO) Kemayoran, wrapping up four days of defense and security exhibitions that brought together 1,180 participants from 42 countries.
The closing ceremony was led by Rear Admiral TNI Sri Yanto, Director General of Defense Potential (Pothan) at Indonesia’s Ministry of Defense. Speaking at the event, Sri Yanto announced that this year’s edition resulted in 17 signed defence cooperation contracts, between Indonesian companies. He also confirmed the signing of 35 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), reflecting growing interest in collaboration across the sector.
The specific value of the contracts has not yet been disclosed, but Sri Yanto emphasized their long-term significance. “We hope the agreements will involve technology transfer, technology development, and joint defense product development,” he stated. He further underlined the need for a domestic, cross-industry supply chain to ensure long-term readiness and sustainability of the main weapon systems acquired or developed in the country.
Originally scheduled for November 2024, Indo Defence was postponed twice due to political transitions in Indonesia and was ultimately held under the 2025 branding. The event was opened on June 11 by President Prabowo Subianto and featured a diverse international presence, including 659 foreign companies and 521 local manufacturers.
One of the most high-profile developments during the exhibition was the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Türkiye and Indonesia for the sale of 48 KAAN fifth-generation fighter jets, marking the platform’s first official export agreement. The agreement includes significant provisions for technology transfer, with plans to integrate Indonesian industrial infrastructure into the KAAN production program. According to Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAŞ), the KAAN aircraft destined for Indonesia will be powered by indigenous Turkish engines, with deliveries expected to begin in the 2030s. TUSAŞ CEO Mehmet Demiroğlu stated that depending on the final configuration, the total value of the deal could range between $12 to $15 billion.
This year’s exhibition also included major international defense players such as Boeing, Airbus, KNDS, L3Harris, Leonardo, MBDA, EDGE, NORINCO, Naval Group, and Safran. Türkiye participated with 32 companies, making it one of the most prominent countries represented outside the region.
In addition to traditional defense systems, Indo Defence 2025 showcased platforms for disaster relief, emergency response, and humanitarian operations—highlighting the evolving nature of defense technologies in an increasingly interconnected global environment.
Cameraman: Mehmet Burak Tekeş
Correspondent: Ahmet Işıktekiner
