Jakarta, Oct. 5 -- President Prabowo Subianto emphasized that the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) must remain vigilant and ready to assist the government in protecting the country's natural resources.

He made the statement during his address at the 80th TNI Anniversary ceremony held at Monas Square, Jakarta, on Sunday.

Prabowo reminded that from the colonial era to the present day, Indonesia has continuously faced threats from foreign powers seeking to exploit the nation's natural wealth. He noted that theft and smuggling of natural resources still occur today.

"We must no longer hide the fact that our natural resources are vast. For hundreds of years, the archipelago has been disturbed and invaded by foreign forces who came to ...