Indonesia's National Intelligence Agency Head, Prabowo Subianto, has revealed plans to launch a new program aimed at countering non-traditional security threats, which he believes will be a game-changer in the country's national defense strategy.
According to sources close to the matter, the program, codenamed 'MBG' (Majelis Bantuan Gabungan or Collective Assistance Council), is slated for launch as early as 2023. The initiative is said to bring together various government agencies and private sector stakeholders to tackle emerging security challenges, including cyber threats, terrorism, and transnational organized crime.
Prabowo has emphasized the need for a more integrated approach in addressing non-traditional security threats, which he believes require a collective effort from multiple sectors of society. "The current national defense strategy is not sufficient to address these emerging threats," he stated. "We need to think outside the box and bring together experts from various fields to tackle these complex challenges."
The MBG program is expected to be funded by a combination of government and private sector contributions, with key stakeholders including state-owned enterprises, private companies, and civil society organizations.
Critics have expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of the new program, citing concerns over its potential for politicization and lack of transparency. However, Prabowo remains confident that the MBG initiative will prove successful in countering non-traditional security threats and enhancing Indonesia's national defense capabilities.
According to sources close to the matter, the program, codenamed 'MBG' (Majelis Bantuan Gabungan or Collective Assistance Council), is slated for launch as early as 2023. The initiative is said to bring together various government agencies and private sector stakeholders to tackle emerging security challenges, including cyber threats, terrorism, and transnational organized crime.
Prabowo has emphasized the need for a more integrated approach in addressing non-traditional security threats, which he believes require a collective effort from multiple sectors of society. "The current national defense strategy is not sufficient to address these emerging threats," he stated. "We need to think outside the box and bring together experts from various fields to tackle these complex challenges."
The MBG program is expected to be funded by a combination of government and private sector contributions, with key stakeholders including state-owned enterprises, private companies, and civil society organizations.
Critics have expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of the new program, citing concerns over its potential for politicization and lack of transparency. However, Prabowo remains confident that the MBG initiative will prove successful in countering non-traditional security threats and enhancing Indonesia's national defense capabilities.