The news that Russia is seeking to station air-force planes in Indonesia was sensational, instantly denied and almost certainly true. Although it’s a characteristically murky tale, it carries lessons ...

The comments by Russian ambassador to Jakarta, Sergei Tolchenov, were extraordinary. At a time when the Indonesia government was making some modest effort to hose the story down, he declared that ...

From allies to rivals, nations are hustling to strike trade deals with the U.S. as it reshapes its economic alliances on its own terms.

Island states tend to be anxious political entities.  Encircled by water, seemingly defended by natural obstacles, the fear ...

The fallout over Moscow’s bid for an airbase Indonesia has prompted a rare admission from Peter Dutton, and sparked fresh ...

Moscow and Jakarta have sought to deepen military ties in recent years, which should give Australia some reason for concern.

Peter Dutton has ignited an election brawl over national security, raising concern over the relationship between Russia and Indonesia while accusing Foreign Minister Penny Wong of being “out of depth” ...

PERTH (Reuters) – The sale of nuclear-powered submarines to Australia under the AUKUS treaty faces new doubts as U.S.

Moscow's relationship with Jakarta is in the spotlight, after a report claimed the Kremlin had asked to station war planes at an air base 1,200 kilometres from Darwin.

Moscow and Jakarta have sought to deepen their military ties in recent years, which should give Australia some reason for ...