Jakarta, June 9 -- The Indonesian Army (TNI-AD) not only plays a vital role in safeguarding national security but also actively supports the implementation of government programs aimed at advancing the nation.

"The primary combat function positions the TNI-AD as a military force that is always ready to repel armed threats against the country's sovereignty," Head of the TNI-AD's Information Office, Brig. Gen. Wahyu Yudhayana, told ANTARA in Jakarta on Monday.

He further explained that the TNI-AD also works alongside communities to protect Indonesia's sovereignty and territorial integrity, highlighting the army's unique people-based defense concept.

"This concept promotes synergy among the nation's main, reserve, and supporting defense c...