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Indonesia is the largest Muslim country in the world and the third most populated country in the world. Currently, Indonesia is trying to become a superpower in the world in terms of military power and economic conditions. Indonesia is important to the West and the Muslim world for various reasons. The country’s location makes her more important. Indonesia is situated in the Southeast Asia. Since the beginning, the country has been facing significant foreign pressures. That’s why Indonesia is working towards establishing itself as a global powerhouse. The current government of Indonesia has taken several steps in order to become a superpower country in the entire world. As a result, the country is now given full concentration to upgrade its nominal GDP and the GDP per capita income. To handle the foreign threats, Indonesia is also advancing its armed forces. This includes the upgradation of the Indonesian Air Force, land force and the Navy of Indonesia. This article will explore various ways in which Indonesia is trying to make itself a superpower on the planet.


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Indonesia is trying to become a global superpower.


Economic development of Indonesia.

Indonesia has the largest population in the world and it also has the largest economy among the other Muslim countries. The economy of Indonesia is increasing superbly. According to the World Bank, the current GDP of Indonesia is $1.946 trillion and GDP per Capita income is $5,879. The growth rate of Indonesian GDP was 5.7% in the last year, this year the growth rate was 7.6%.

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Indonesia’s economy mainly depends on service, industry, infrastructure, and agriculture. In the last year, the country has exported around $340 billion to the world. The main export partners of Indonesia are Malaysia, Turkey, China, the USA, the UK, Germany, India, Saudi Arabia, France, Japan, and South Korea.

Indonesia is developing various sectors in the country to boost its economy. For example, the country is more frequently spending on the health and education sectors. As far as Indonesian local sources are concerned around 96% of Indonesians are well-educated. The country has also taken several ambitious projects to attract more foreign visitors.

The Java Island and the Bail Sea beaches are now totally turned into foreign tourists place. Every year more than thirty million people visit the place and this place become one of the most popular destinations for people who want to go for a vacation. The local customs of Indonesia are also mysterious and many things to discover. Some world’s old Hindu temples are situated in Indonesia.

Since service and agriculture are two major sources of the Indonesian economy, the farmers and service providers are getting extra benefits to boost their work. Besides, the islands of Indonesia are full of various natural resources. They’re mining them with the help of South Korea and Japan. The coconut is one of the best fruit and Indonesia exports them around the globe.

The strategic geological position allows them to receive aid from the West and they import a lot of textile products from Indonesia. Countries like Japan, the USA, and the West always want to keep Indonesia in their position. That’s why they’re giving Indonesia several notable benefits about the export taxes.

The development of Indonesian military

Indonesia has now become one of the major regional superpowers. According to the Global Firepower Index, Indonesia ranked 12th out of 196 countries. The Indonesian Navy is the world’s fourth most powerful navy in the world. They’re now trying to acquire more destroyers and frigates from Turkiye and Italy. This will help them to handle the overseas power.

According to the global firepower ranking, Indonesia has budgeted around $13 billion for its armed forces. Additionally, a huge amount of money will be spent on the development of the fifth-generation fighter jet KF-21 with South Korea and Singapore. The fighter jets are already in the service of the South Korean Air Force and soon the jets will be added to the air fleet of the Indonesian Air Force.

Fighter Jet

Besides, Indonesia is planning to create its first-ever aircraft carrier. For this, they are seeking help from Turkey and the United States of America. Most probably the Turkish defence company aselsan and Rocket Sun Weil built the aircraft carrier. The Indonesian Air Force has already shown their interest they are ready to purchase the Turkish-made 5th generation fighter jet KAAN.

This will boost the power of the Indonesian Air Force and the land force of Indonesia. The Indonesian Navy has also upgraded its power since 2010. Now they have severe destroyers and frigates in their Naval force. Indonesia is also working with Japan and Australia to increase its strength to protect the huge area of their sea.

Overall, Indonesia is looking forward to becoming a superpower in the future. That is why, Indonesia is purchasing several modern arms from Western countries and producing modern weapons in their own country with the help of South Korea and Japan. In some cases, Turkey and the United States of America are helping them.

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