Indonesian Army expands territorial reach with six new commands
Baku, October 6, AZERTAC
The Indonesian Army (TNI AD) has expanded administratively with the establishment of six new regional commands (kodam), as a move aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of territorial operations, according to Antara.
"We deem adjustments necessary to ensure a more effective span of control, faster coordination, and optimal responses to evolve situations across regions," Head of Information Service at the Army, Brigadier General Donny Pramono, said in Jakarta on Tuesday.
Pramono emphasised the expansion reflects the Army's recognition of the need to strengthen its reach across Indonesia's vast territory, which is characterised by diverse geographical conditions and social dynamics.
He added the initiative is expected to strengthen the Army's non-combat functions, particularly in disaster response operations.
"In other words, the establishment of the new six kodam is not merely about expanding the organisational structure, but also it forms part of efforts to enhance the effectiveness of the Army's operational execution," Pramono said.
His remarks followed President Prabowo Subianto's inauguration of 204 military units, including the six new kodam, during a ceremony marking the 81st anniversary of the Indonesian National Armed Forces at its headquarters in Jakarta on Monday (Oct 5).
The new commands comprise Kodam XXV/Mahmud Riayat Syah in the Riau Islands, Kodam XXVI/Mataram in Yogyakarta, and Kodam XXVII/Sobe Sonbai in East Nusa Tenggara.
Moreover, Kodam XXVIII/Moloku Kie Raha in North Maluku, Kodam XXIX/Mambruk in Central Papua, and Kodam XXX/Rinambora in West Nusa Tenggara.
Additionally, the Army established 30 territorial development infantry brigades, 150 territorial development infantry battalions, and three combat support battalions.
The inauguration further covered four new units under the Indonesian Navy's Marine Corps, comprising one brigade and four battalions.
Meanwhile, the Indonesian Air Force expanded with 10 new units, ranging from the Quick Action Forces Division II to radar units.
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