An Indian Army delegation from the 55th Army Higher Command Course at the Army War College visited the Indonesian National Armed Forces International Cooperation Centre (TNI-ICC) in Jakarta as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen military-to-military engagement between India and Indonesia.

The visit took place on Wednesday and provided the delegation with a detailed understanding of Indonesia’s national defence and security framework. It also offered an opportunity for both sides to discuss ways of expanding bilateral military cooperation amid steadily growing strategic ties between the two nations.

The delegation was received by Brigadier General TNI Perry Sandhi Sitompul, Commander of the TNI-ICC, along with senior officers from the Indonesian Armed Forces. During the visit, Indonesian officials delivered a comprehensive briefing on the country’s national defence and security strategy and highlighted the Indonesian military’s role in nation-building, public safety and national security.

According to the Indian Embassy in Jakarta, "The delegation was received by Brig General TNI Perry Sandhi Sitompul, Commander, TNI-ICC and senior officers from the Indonesian Armed Forces.

A holistic briefing on Indonesia's National Defence and Security Strategy, and the key role being played by the TNI in nation building, safety and security, was given by TNI-ICC to the course members."

The engagement was followed by discussions on existing mechanisms of defence cooperation and potential areas for future collaboration. The interaction enabled both sides to exchange perspectives on strengthening defence partnerships, capacity building and operational cooperation.

The embassy stated, "This was followed by an insightful session that enabled discussions on existing mechanisms and future areas for bilateral defence cooperation. The visit of AHCC to TNI-ICC reinforces the growing synergy between both countries while providing future leaders of the Indian Armed Forces a deeper understanding of the national security landscape of Indonesia."

The visit comes shortly after the successful completion of the 12th edition of the India-Indonesia joint military exercise, Garuda Shakti 2026, in Banyuwangi, Indonesia. The exercise concluded on 5 November following 11 days of intensive joint training designed to enhance interoperability and operational coordination between the two armies.

India’s contingent comprised personnel from the Parachute Regiment (Special Forces), while Indonesia was represented by troops from its Special Forces units. The exercise featured demanding training activities across jungle, island and coastal environments.

Highlighting the exercise, the embassy noted, "The exercise encompassed rigorous training across jungle, island and coastal environments, culminating in a 48-hour Joint Validation Exercise that demonstrated enhanced interoperability, tactical synergy and combat readiness in multiple combat environments."

Garuda Shakti has become a key pillar of India-Indonesia defence engagement, reflecting broader efforts by both countries to strengthen security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.

The latest high-level military interactions underscore the growing strategic convergence between New Delhi and Jakarta and their shared commitment to regional stability, professional military exchanges and closer bilateral defence ties.

ANI