Indonesia is among the first importers of Russian antiship missiles

According to Indonesian news agency Antara reported late in Jan referring to Chief of Naval Operations, Indonesia was about to conduct test launches of its antiship missiles Yakhont. Thus, previously posted information has been proved out that Indonesia along with Vietnam and Syria becomes one of the first importers of Yakhont/Onyx antiship missiles. 

In the context of strained geopolitical situation in the region, Indonesia intended to hold comprehensive tests of naval arsenals, including recently acquired "strategically important" Yakhont antiship missiles which outclass anything Indonesian Navy have had before as of operational range and flight speed. Missile firings against a written-off ship are to be conducted in Feb 2011. 

Indonesia continues procurement program for new diesel subs

Indonesia is on the threshold of definitive decision on what diesel electric submarines to buy for its national navy, reports Jane's Defense Weekly referring to Antara news agency. 

According to Indonesia's Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Soeparno, in the nearest time he will negotiate with defense ministry in order to determine the type of diesel subs to be purchased. 

Indonesia plans to buy two conventional subs at first, and in the longer view to continue importing submarines. Cost of the first parcel is evaluated as $700 mln. By all appearances, the subs will be bought on credit.