On August 10, 2025, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto officially reinstated the position of Deputy Commander of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) after nearly 25 years of vacancy by appointing Lieutenant General Tandyo Budi Revita during a military ceremony in Batujajar, Bandung Barat. This move is part of a broader military restructuring that includes the establishment of six new regional army commands (Kodam), bringing the total number of Kodam to 21, covering 38 provinces across Indonesia. The overhaul represents the largest reorganization of the Indonesian military in decades and coincides with a marked increase in defense spending under President Prabowo, a former general. The restructuring aims to strengthen Indonesia's defense capabilities, with the formation of 100 new territorial battalions also announced. Prabowo emphasized the importance of a strong military to safeguard Indonesia's independence, reflecting on the nation's history of colonization. Alongside these military developments, President Prabowo received Peru's President Dina Boluarte at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta on August 11, 2025, marking 50 years of diplomatic relations between Indonesia and Peru. During the visit, Prabowo awarded Boluarte the Bintang Republik Indonesia Adipurna, Indonesia's highest honor, and discussed potential strategic cooperation in the fisheries sector. The military reforms and diplomatic engagements underscore Prabowo's focus on national security and international partnerships.
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