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Italy's retired warship becomes Indonesia's first aircraft carrier
Indonesia successfully received its first aircraft carrier in its history, a former Italian ship aged 41 years, known as "Ett Giuseppe Garibaldi." With this move, Indonesia becomes the second Southeast Asian country after Thailand to own an aircraft carrier, aiming to bolster its military capabilities and update its outdated equipment. The carrier, named "KRI Sriwijaya," will primarily be used for humanitarian aid and disaster relief operations, given its size and capacity to carry 18 helicopters and a crew of up to 830 personnel. This step is part of Indonesia's broader efforts to develop its armed forces, including plans to purchase submarines and modern aircraft, as well as enhance military cooperation with other countries. However, analysts warn of the ship's limited capabilities in military conflicts. This deal is seen as part of the Indonesian government's strategy to strengthen its defense capabilities and face future challenges.
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