Jakarta, May 4 -- Member of Commission I of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI), Amelia Anggraini, said that cooperation between Indonesia and Japan in the defense sector has the potential to strengthen regional stability.

By establishing this strategic partnership, Indonesia is not aligned with any particular power bloc. In addition, Indonesia remains consistent in pursuing an independent and active policy, she said.

"This collaboration has the potential to strengthen regional stability, particularly in addressing non-traditional challenges such as maritime security, sea lane protection, and hybrid threats," Anggraini said here on Monday.

This agreement, she said, is not merely symbolic, but has concrete implications for ...