Keris Woomera 2024

Keris Woomera 2024, a joint military exercise between Indonesia and Australia, began on November 13, 2024, involving 2,000 troops in live-fire, amphibious, and evacuation drills. The event, part of Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2024, underscores enhanced bilateral defence cooperation amid regional tensions, particularly in the South China Sea. Indonesia’s defence strategy under President Prabowo Subianto includes military modernization and collaboration with global partners, including recent agreements with China. The drills reinforce rapid deployment capabilities and aim to strengthen interoperability between the two nations’ forces while addressing evolving security challenges.