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Indonesia to Train 4,000 Civil Servants as Reservists

2/3/2026

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  • The Indonesian government plans to train around 4,000 civil servants as military reservists, announced by Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin during a national defence retreat.
  • The announcement was made to the Indonesian Journalists Association (PWI) over the weekend.
  • The plan drew mixed reactions, with some supporters praising its potential efficiency and others questioning its relevance in modern warfare.