Indonesia Says Naval Exercise With China Near Taiwan Was Routine Diplomacy
August 13, 2026 | 06:58 amTEMPO. CO, Jakarta- The IndonesianNavysaid its recent passing exercise (PASSEX) with the Chinese Navy in waters east of Taiwan was conducted as part of routine maritime diplomacy. . .
August 13, 2026 | 06:58 amTEMPO. CO, Jakarta- The IndonesianNavysaid its recent passing exercise (PASSEX) with the Chinese Navy in waters east of Taiwan was conducted as part of routine maritime diplomacy during the homeward voyage of the warship KRI I Gusti Ngurah Rai-332. Head of the Indonesian Navy Information Service First Admiral Tunggul said passing exercises are a standard international protocol when warships transit near foreign waters. “Passing exercises are common goodwill engagements conducted by navies worldwide as a manifestation of naval camaraderie and maritime diplomacy inherent in warship operations,” Tunggul said on Wednesday. He explained that KRI I Gusti Ngurah Rai-332 conducted the exercise while returning to Indonesia after completing joint exercises with the Russian Navy in Vladivostok. “During the voyage, KRI GNR-332 will conduct PASSEX exercises with the countries it passes near,” Tunggul added, emphasizing that the activity reflects Indonesia’s free and active foreign policy. The exercise was earlier confirmed by China’s Ministry of National Defense, which said its naval vessel Honghe conducted joint navigation, communications procedures and underway replenishment exercises with the Indonesian frigate. The exercises took place in mid-August in the Pacific Ocean and Philippine Sea off Taiwan’s eastern coast, outside the disputed waters of the South China Sea. Read:China, Indonesia to Hold Joint Naval Drills East of TaiwanClick hereto get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google NewsRecommendedWhat to Know About Houthi Vessel Attack That Killed One Indonesian8 jam laluWhat to Know About Houthi Vessel Attack That Killed One IndonesianThe Iran-backed Houthi has been accused of attacking a commercial vessel at the Bab al-Mandab Strait. The attack killed one Indonesian, injuring two. Indonesian Women Forge Leadership Skills in 'CEO for a Day' Program9 jam laluIndonesian Women Forge Leadership Skills in 'CEO for a Day' ProgramThe forum commemorates International Youth Day and calls for greater investment in young women's leadership. Why Indonesia Is Subject to 10% Reciprocal Tariff by the US11 jam laluWhy Indonesia Is Subject to 10% Reciprocal Tariff by the USIndonesia was previously subject to a 19 percent tariff before it was dropped to 18 percent. Now, the country is subject to 10 percent US tariff. Which Figures Will Be Honored on Indonesia's Independence Day?12 jam laluWhich Figures Will Be Honored on Indonesia's Independence Day?This honorary award will be presented one week after the commemoration ceremony for Indonesian Independence Day. Indonesia Names 5 Nationalities Topping Residence Permit Violations13 jam laluIndonesia Names 5 Nationalities Topping Residence Permit ViolationsIndonesia's immigration authorities have revealed the five nationalities most frequently involved in residence permit violations. Jokowi to Attend Independence Day Commemorations in Jakarta14 jam laluJokowi to Attend Independence Day Commemorations in JakartaJokowi also confirmed that he would attend the MPR RI Annual Session on Friday, August 14, 2026. Rafale Jets to Perform at Indonesia's Independence Day Celebration14 jam laluRafale Jets to Perform at Indonesia's Independence Day CelebrationThe Indonesian Air Force says several types of defense equipment were deployed for the country's 81st Independence Day. Google Brings Ask Maps Feature to Indonesia15 jam laluGoogle Brings Ask Maps Feature to IndonesiaGoogle introduces the Ask Maps feature for Google Maps service users in Indonesia. China, Indonesia to Hold Joint Naval Drills East of Taiwan17 jam laluChina, Indonesia to Hold Joint Naval Drills East of TaiwanChina and Indonesia plan joint naval drills east of Taiwan in mid-August, amid tensions between Beijing and Manila over Scarborough Shoal. Indonesia: Passengers Rescued After Bali Ferry Catches Fire18 jam laluIndonesia: Passengers Rescued After Bali Ferry Catches FireAuthorities said they had visually confirmed that no passengers remained on the burning ferry, but were still confirming the total number.