Moeldoko Appreciated The Cooperation Plan Of PT Dirgantara Indonesia And Irkut Corporation From Russia

Presidential Chief of Staff Dr. Moeldoko leads the audience with Russian aircraft manufacturer Irkut Corporation and PT. Dirgantara Indonesia, at Bina Graha Building, Jakarta, Thursday 3 November. (KSP Photo)

Presidential Chief of Staff Dr. Moeldoko said that the government is always open to opportunities for cooperation offered by foreign partners to Indonesia, including in the defense sector. Including plans for cooperation between PT Dirgantara Indonesia and Irkut Corporation from Russia.

"Referring to the needs of the defense sector, the Presidential Staff Office supports and is ready to bridge the framework of cooperation that will be explored, later the end of the assessment will be in the Ministry of Defense policy," said Moeldoko in a meeting with Irkut Corporation and PT. Dirgantara Indonesia, at Bina Graha Building, Jakarta, Thursday 3 November.

The purpose of the hearing between KSP, PT Dirgantara Indonesia and Irkut Corporation, a Russian aircraft manufacturer, is to explore the potential and opportunities for cooperation in the production of the Yak-130 fighter jet.

According to Purnawirawan TNI Commander Moeldoko, the Yak-130 fighter jet itself has a good reputation because of its superiority. Not only does it weigh lighter than other fighter jets, Yak-130 also has a good control system and high resilience.

"Yak-130 is a good prototype for our air force and it is very possible that this is to be explored through cooperation with PT. Dirgantara Indonesia. Moreover, there is an opportunity that the Yak-130 market is not only in Indonesia, but it can also be projected on the ASEAN market," added Moeldoko.

Meanwhile, Irkut Corporation will participate in a series of Indo Defense Expo events and the 2022 Forum at the Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran, from November 2 to 5. The exhibition titled peace, Prosperity, Strong Defense is an international event that exhibits the land, sea and air defense industry.

"We are very grateful for the support from the Indonesian side. In our opinion, the cooperation scheme between Indonesia and Irkut Corporation will effectively support the national economy because it can open up jobs and contribute to Indonesia's income," said Director General of Irkut Corporation, Andrey Boginskiy after meeting with Moeldoko.