Indonesia is reportedly seeking to replace its aging air fleet with dozens of Chinese and Russian fighter aircraft.
The news comes as following concerns about a potential Russian air base being established in the southeast Asian country just north of Australia.
According to the aviation website Alert 5, Indonesia is considering buying 42 second-hand Chinese J-10 fighter jets and may also acquire Russian Su-35 aircraft—Indonesia has bolstered ties with Russia since the election of the new government, even holding defence exercises.
Citing sources familiar with the matter, the website reported that the official announcement of the deals might be revealed at the Indo Defence Expo and Forum in June 2025….
Indonesia Reportedly Considering Buying Over 40 Chinese J-10 Fighter Jets
