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Indonesian Navy is likely getting four to six second hand Asagiri Destroyers from Japan (grant).

It will likely to replace Van Speijk Class Frigates (5 ships remaining) if the Japan proposal is executed.

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Indonesian Navy Debuts Kamikaze USV During Major Exercise​

Published on 05/08/2026
By Fauzan Malufti



Indonesia's domestically-made one-way attack USV. Indonesian MoD picture.


The Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) deployed a one-way attack (kamikaze/suicide) unmanned surface vessel (USV) for the first time during a major inter-service exercise in Dabo Singkep, Riau Islands, on 5 August. The exercise also saw the navy launching a loitering munition from a warship and firing two C-705 anti-ship missiles.

The USV features an angular grey hull with a raised section at the rear. A mast-mounted optronic sensor sits above the raised section, likely providing electro-optical imagery for remote navigation, target identification, and/or terminal guidance. The two openings in the upper rear section appear consistent with engine exhaust outlets, suggesting the USV uses an internal combustion engine.

Official press releases and footage published by the Indonesian navy showed the USV being launched from the well deck of the hospital ship KRI dr. Soeharso (991).

The unmanned vessel then moved towards a mock target positioned near the beach and struck it. However, official images show that the USV remained intact after impact, suggesting the exercise demonstrated the concept without a live explosive payload.

At the time of writing, official statements had not identified the USV’s manufacturer, nor its technical details. Yet, a local Naval News source confirmed that state-owned shipbuilder PT PAL Indonesia built the USV.

This could indicate that the USV uses the same or a similar command and control system as the autonomous submarine, known domestically as the Kapal Selam Otonom (KSOT), that PT PAL is currently developing.

Kamikaze Drone and Anti-Ship Missiles​

During the exercise, the Indonesian navy also launched at least one domestically produced ‘KI-50’ loitering munition from the helicopter deck of a warship.

Meanwhile, the PT PAL-built 60-metre fast attack missile craft KRI Sampari (628) fired two Chinese-made C-705 anti-ship missiles against one or more land targets. This marked the Indonesian navy’s second live anti-ship missile firing of the year. The first took place in April, when the service also fired a C-705 missile against a land target.

Indonesian Navy Debuts Kamikaze USV During Major Exercise - Naval News

The Indonesian Navy has deployed a PT PAL-built kamikaze USV for the first time during a major exercise in Dabo Singkep, alongside C-705 missile firings.

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TNI INTEGRATED EXERCISE 2026 SHOWCASES JOINT OPERATIONS AND MODERN COMBAT TECHNOLOGY​

Jakarta, August 5, 2026

— The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) is conducting the TNI Integrated Operation 2026 at the Indonesian Navy Training Area in Dabo Singkep, Riau Islands, featuring joint operational capabilities across land, sea, air, cyber, and unmanned systems in the Nusantara Trisula Shield scenario.

The exercise is led by Indonesian Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin alongside the TNI Commander and the Chiefs of Staff of the Armed Forces branches.

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This exercise involves various defense equipment, including the AKM KI-50 kamikaze drone, Kamikaze Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV), the firing of C-705 missiles from KRI Sampari-628, Rafale and F-16 fighter aircraft, as well as elements of warships, the Marine Corps, Kopaska, Korpasgat, and the TNI AD Airborne Troops.

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The Indonesian Minister of Defense stated that this exercise demonstrates the increasing combat readiness of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) while also serving as proof of the outcomes of defense revitalization through strengthening joint operations and the utilization of domestic defense industry products to bolster national deterrence capabilities.

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