# Indonesia-China strategic and military cooperation > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indonesia-china-strategic-and-military-cooperation > Updated: 2026-08-21T15:40:06.000Z. Sources: 32. Developments: 3. Indonesia and China have moved to deepen bilateral ties through enhanced military, strategic, and economic cooperation. In August 2026, defense ministers met in Jakarta to agree on strengthening military cooperation, focusing on personnel capabilities, joint training, and potential troop exchanges. The nations also pledged to increase joint military exercises and expand military education. Building on these talks, the two countries held the inaugural China-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue (CSD). During this meeting, Foreign Ministers Wang Yi and Sugiono discussed deepening their strategic partnership and building a ‘community with a shared future.’ A primary focus of the CSD was the continuation of the Belt and Road Initiative, specifically regarding the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway. Both nations agreed to seek new strategies for the railway’s operational smoothness, long-term financing certainty, and increasing passenger volume. They also committed to beginning consultations on an action plan for 2027–2031 to align their security and development goals. Cooperation is set to expand into the defense industry through technology transfers, including a joint development plan involving the Indonesian state arms manufacturer Pindad slated for 2027. Furthermore, the nations agreed to establish a working group to deepen collaboration in digital and emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, communications, and digital affairs. Other areas of potential synergy include mineral resources for semiconductor manufacturing, energy, food security, and communications satellites. These developments occur as Indonesia navigates its ‘free and active’ foreign policy to maintain ties with both China and the United States. ## Claims - Indonesia and China agreed to expand joint military exercises and personnel exchanges. (corroborated by 6 sources) - Indonesia and China discussed cooperation in artificial intelligence and semiconductor manufacturing. (corroborated by 3 sources) - China and Indonesia will collaborate on military technology transfer. (corroborated by 2 sources) - A joint development plan involving Indonesian state arms manufacturer Pindad is set to start in 2027. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The leaders discussed strengthening food, energy, and mineral security. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The two nations agreed to establish a working group for communications and digital affairs. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-21: Indonesia and China deepen defense and technology ties Indonesia and China have agreed to expand defense, digital, and economic cooperation, including joint military exercises, technology transfers for Indonesia's defense industry, and AI development initiatives. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-and-china-agree-to-expand-defense-and-military-ties ### 2026-08-21: China and Indonesia reach new consensus at inaugural strategic dialogue China and Indonesia reached new agreements during the first Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue, focusing on the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway and a new 2027-2031 Action Plan. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/china-and-indonesia-reach-new-consensus-at-inaugural-strategic-dialogue ### 2026-08-19: Indonesia and China agree to enhance military cooperation Indonesian Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin and Chinese Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun met in Jakarta to agree on enhanced military cooperation, including personnel exchanges and joint training. 22 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kertajati-airport-to-become-indonesian-air-force-fighter-jet-mro-hub --- Cite as: Indonesia-China strategic and military cooperation. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/indonesia-china-strategic-and-military-cooperation