Arjay Laurito

Apr 24, 2024 | bworldonline.com | Don Gill |Arjay Laurito

By Don McLain GillTHE past few weeks have witnessed considerable developments in France’s strategic relations with Southeast Asian countries. On April 8, it was reported that Indonesia had ordered two Scorpene-class attack submarines from France’s Naval Group. Additionally, the deal will also include technology transfers to Indonesia. On April 19, the Indonesian Air Force and the French Air and Space Force agreed to enhance air defense cooperation in their coun-tries.