

ISI and the Australian Department of Defence Discuss Regional Security and Strategic Cooperation
Indo Pacific Strategic Intelligence (ISI) welcomed a delegation from the Australian Department of Defence, led by Amb. Bernard Philip, First Assistant Secretary, International Policy Division, and Ms. Alanna McKay, Assistant Secretary, Southeast Asia Branch. The delegation was welcomed by ISI Founder and Chairman of the Advisory Council, Dr. Muhammad Hadianto, Director of Research and Development, Dr. Ian Montratama, and Advisor on Defence Strategy and Industry LTG (Ret) Dr.
Jul 31 min read


ISI Indonesia and Forum Sinologi Indonesia Sign MoU to Strengthen Academic Collaboration
Indo Pacific Strategic Intelligence (ISI) and the Forum Sinology Indonesia (FSI) have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking a significant step toward strengthening cooperation in academic and research activities.
Jun 31 min read


ISI Gelar Talk Show Strategis Bahas Integrasi Teknologi Masa Depan dalam Pertahanan Indonesia
Jakarta, 12 Juni 2025 — Indo-Pacific Strategic Intelligence (ISI) kembali menunjukkan komitmennya dalam mendorong modernisasi sistem...
Jun 13, 20252 min read


Join the Event! | ISI and Embassy of India present: Decoding India's Global Rise: Foreign Policy Choices.
A talk by Manish Chand. ISI is contributing as one of the Speaker, represented by ISI Executive Director. Curie Maharani, Ph.D.
Jul 16, 20241 min read


Navigating a Multi-front Great Power Competition: The Impact of the Middle East Conflict on Indonesia’s Strategic Environment
Aisha R. Kusumasomantri Indo-Pacific Strategic Intelligence ark@isi-indonesia.com *** Palestine and Israel Flag The ongoing discourse surrounding great power competition has become increasingly prominent, with a particular focus on the Asia Pacific region as a key area for strategic analysis. The rise of China in the Asia-Pacific region, marked by its economic and military expansion, has been identified as a potential challenge to the established global order. However, the on
Jun 13, 20245 min read


International Seminar and Submarine Showcase 2024: Quo Vadis Indonesia’s Submarine Acquisition
On May 14-15, 2024, the Submariner Club Indonesia (SCI) hosted an international seminar and exhibition, inaugurated by the Indonesian Navy Chief of Staff Muhammad Ali and sponsored by approximately nine submarine manufacturers and vendors. This event took place just a month after the contract signing between the Indonesian Ministry of Defence and France's Naval Group in April. Given the event's timing and scale, some parties have questioned its motives. This paper will addres
May 25, 20244 min read


Should India be Indonesia’s Next Defence Industry and Technology Partner?
On April 30, 2024, the Indian Embassy in Indonesia hosted a defence industry exhibition at the Sultan Hotel Jakarta. This event was particularly noteworthy for several reasons: firstly, it marked the inaugural exhibition organized by India in Indonesia as part of celebrating 75 years of bilateral relations. Secondly, the participation of approximately 36 weapon system manufacturers was remarkable, especially when compared to the Indian Defence Research and Development Organis
May 12, 20244 min read


Forging Indo-Pacific Alliances: ISI and ORF India Collaborate for Regional Advancement
Jakarta, 2 May 2024 On May 2-3, 2024, Indo-Pacific Strategic Intelligence (ISI) and Observer Research Foundation (ORF) from India signed...
May 3, 20242 min read


Indonesia Enhances its Underwater Defence Capability with the Acquisition of Scorpène Submarines from France.
As a maritime nation bridging the Indian Ocean and the Pacific, Indonesia has a need to defend its territorial integrity both in times of peace and war. The Minimum Essential Force (MEF) 2010-2024 program states that Indonesia requires 12 submarines capable of effectively operating to safeguard Indonesian waters to the fullest extent. However, Indonesia currently only possesses four submarines, namely one 47-year-old Cakra-class submarine and three Nagapasa-class submarines a
Apr 14, 20242 min read


Press Release of ISI Launching
Press Release of ISI Launching Perpustakaan Nasional Auditorium, Jakarta March 8th, 2024 Language: Indonesian download here
Mar 8, 20241 min read


Access Live Streaming of the Launching of ISI (Indo-Pacific Strategic Intelligence)
Live from Auditorium of Perpustakaan Nasional Republic of Indonesia 15.00 - 17.00 Western Indonesia Time #ISI #Launching
Mar 7, 20241 min read