BUCHEON 773

Indonesia accepts South Korea warship donation, despite cost concerns

Indonesia's parliament has approved a proposal to accept a South Korean donation of a corvette for its navy, despite concerns about the vessel's age and the need for significant maintenance costs. The 36-year-old corvette, Bucheon 773, is seen as a boost to Indonesia's military capability, but it requires approximately $85 million for maintenance and additional costs before it can be operational. Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto has been advocating for upgrading Indonesia's military hardware, but his decision to procure used equipment has faced criticism.