Indonesian Ministries Clash Over US Military Overflight Access Proposal
Internal friction within the Indonesian government surfaced on April 16, 2026, regarding a U.S. proposal for blanket military overflight access. The Foreign Ministry cautioned the Defense Ministry that such an agreement could compromise national sovereignty and expose Indonesia to retaliation in the event of wider regional conflicts. This dispute highlights Jakarta's challenge in maintaining its non-aligned foreign policy while navigating security cooperation with Washington during the height of the US-Iran-Israel crisis and Strait of Hormuz blockade.