Prabowo expands military influence amid concerns

🇮🇩 INDONESIA — Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto has expanded military commands, prompting concerns over increased militarization. This strategy may shift power dynamics within the military landscape of Indonesia, raising alarms among analysts and civil rights groups.

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Why it matters

The expansion could reshape Indonesia's political environment and military governance.

Context

Indonesia's military has a complex history of political involvement.