Strengthening Strategic Cooperation, TNI and SAF Hold 26th HLC CARM-Indosin Forum in Jakarta
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SUARA NEGERI | JAKARTA — The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) and the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) reaffirmed their strategic partnership in regional defense cooperation through the 26th High-Level Committee (HLC) of the Combined Annual Report Meeting Indonesia–Singapore (CARM-INDOSIN), held at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Jakarta, on Tuesday (July 22, 2025).
This annual forum brought together top military leaders from both countries to review and enhance bilateral cooperation across key sectors including intelligence, joint operations, logistics, education, and training programs.
TNI Commander General Agus Subiyanto and SAF Chief, Vice Admiral Aaron Beng, co-chaired the forum, which focused on evaluating this year's cooperation outcomes and formulating a strategic roadmap for the upcoming year.
"Through this HLC forum, I emphasize that the cooperation between the TNI and SAF is not merely symbolic but reflects our joint commitment to promoting mutual trust, transparency, and interoperability. These are the pillars of regional peace and stability in ASEAN," said General Agus Subiyanto.
Vice Admiral Aaron Beng, Chief of the SAF, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the importance of enduring collaboration.
"SAF and TNI share a long-standing relationship built on trust, professionalism, and mutual respect. This HLC is a testament to our continued efforts in advancing strategic understanding and contributing to regional security,” said Vice Admiral Beng.
The 26th HLC also included the signing of renewed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) in several areas of military collaboration, reaffirming both countries' dedication to peace, stability, and cooperative security in Southeast Asia. (*)