Australia is offering the Indonesian Army (TNI) up to $2 million in non-public medical devices (PPE), adding gloves, gowns, masks and thermometers, as a component of the Defence Cooperation and Financing Program.
Defense Minister Linda Reynolds CSC said Indonesia and Australia have long been partners and friends, sharing a link and a profound history of cooperation, especially when needed.
“COVID-19 brings new situations and demanding times to our two countries. As the Australian Defence Force in Australia, TNI plays a key role in supporting Indonesia’s national reaction to COVID-19,” Minister Reynolds said.
“Just as Indonesia helped us with this year’s wildfire crisis, we are pleased to be able to help our Indonesian friends in those dubious times.”
The Royal Australian Air Force will deliver the EPI to Halim Air Force Base in Jakarta.
The defense is also working hard with indonesian TNI to share the wisdom and lessons learned from our national responses to COVID-19.