China's J-10 fighter jet

Indonesian Defense Minister Samsudin said that within the framework of Indonesia's military equipment modernization, Indonesia will purchase China's J-10 fighter jets in the near future. According to Antara News Agency, Samsudin quoted his words, stating that the J-10 fighter jet will soon appear in Jakarta.

This means that Indonesia has officially announced the procurement of the J-10CE fighter jet from China. The one Indonesia is purchasing must be the J-10CE model, which also means that the J-10CE fighter jet has a confirmed second overseas buyer - Indonesia, with the first being Pakistan.

On May 7 this year, during the India-Pakistan air battle, the Pakistan Air Force used the J-10CE fighter jet to fire the PL-15E long-range air-to-air missile, shooting down several French-made "Rafale" fighter jets of the Indian Air Force, making it famous and becoming the focus. Therefore, the international community has been paying close attention to which countries will next purchase the J-10CE.

Previously, media reports stated that Uzbekistan in Central Asia had purchased the J-10CE fighter jet, but the Uzbek side did not officially confirm it. Recently, several media outlets including Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and the United States cited statements from the Bangladesh military, saying that Bangladesh will begin purchasing 20 J-10CE fighter jets starting in 2027. Although this news is close to an official announcement, it has not yet been officially confirmed.

This time is different. Indonesian Defense Minister Samsudin publicly stated the procurement, which is authoritative, so Indonesia becomes the confirmed second buyer. In recent years, Indonesia has placed great emphasis on the development of its air force and has formulated a vast development plan. Since the beginning of this year, Indonesia has been actively purchasing aircraft, buying 48 F-5 "Khan" fifth-generation fighters developed by Turkey and 42 "Rafale" fighter jets from France. Now, it has also announced the procurement of China's J-10CE fighter jet.

Indonesian Defense Minister Samsudin

However, Samsudin did not specify when the procurement contract would be signed with China, nor did he reveal the exact number, but the statement of "deciding to procure" is sufficient to indicate the clarity of the situation.

As a major country in ASEAN, Indonesia's procurement of the J-10CE fighter jet has far-reaching implications. This also indicates that the international recognition of the J-10CE fighter jet is rapidly increasing, and its export prospects are very bright. Indonesia's procurement of the J-10CE is to steadily advance the modernization of its air force. In fact, Indonesia is not entirely confident in the "Rafale" and Turkish "Khan" fighter jets.

The "Rafale" fighter jet was shot down by the J-10CE in the India-Pakistan air battle, raising questions about its performance, while Turkey's aviation industry is limited, and whether the "Khan" fifth-generation fighter jet can truly be successfully developed remains unknown. Indonesia's cooperation with Turkey is more of an意向 agreement and has not invested significant funds.

Therefore, Indonesia considers the J-10CE fighter jet to be the most reliable choice. The J-10CE not only has advanced performance and high reliability, but China's production capacity is also extremely strong, enabling it to complete delivery in a relatively short period of time. This provides a solid guarantee for the modernization of Indonesia's air force.

The J-10CE fighter jet is technologically advanced and performs excellently. China does not attach political conditions to its military trade cooperation, making Indonesia feel more at ease in using it. In recent years, China has also gradually improved its after-sales service, providing customers with detailed and reliable support.

After Indonesia purchases the J-10CE, China will provide comprehensive technical support and training. Chinese technical teams do not hold back any information and maintain a rigorous attitude, ensuring that the Indonesian Air Force can efficiently use and maintain the equipment.

Indonesia and China have deepened their defense cooperation in recent years. Although both sides previously had weapon transactions, the scale was not large, and there was no involvement in high-end equipment like the J-10CE. This procurement marks a clear strengthening of the military cooperation between Indonesia and China, having important demonstration effects in the ASEAN region.

China's J-10CE fighter jet exported to Pakistan

As a major country in ASEAN, Indonesia's choice will attract more countries to pay attention to Chinese equipment. After the J-10CE is exported to Pakistan and Indonesia, its international image will further improve. If countries such as Bangladesh and Uzbekistan officially announce the procurement later, the J-10CE will certainly attract more interest from other countries, becoming a representative advanced export fighter jet in the global market.

Indonesia officially announced the procurement of China's J-10CE fighter jet, marking a new stage in Sino-Indonesian defense cooperation, and demonstrating the international competitiveness of China's aviation industry. The successful export of the J-10CE will further promote Chinese military aircraft to the world stage.

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