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Indonesia is buying Rafale and Korean jets; Malaysia is buying US and Korean aircraft; while The Philippines, more South Korean FA-50’s. The purchases should build resilience but raises questions about long-term sustainability and regional stability.Learning Outcomes:
• Strategic Awareness — This article highlights how regional actors are adapting to shifting defence dynamics by diversifying suppliers and strengthening autonomy.
• Military Management — It underscores challenges in long-term planning, from training and maintenance to procurement strategy.
• Technological Literacy — Readers gain insight into the evolving landscape of aerial defence platforms and their role in modern deterrence.
