Role of PT PINDAD in Supporting the Defense Industry of the Ministry of Defense

Abstract

The national defense industry is an integrated part of strategic planning for the management of national resources for national defense and security. The ability of the defense industry to contribute to the macro economy in providing employment and providing foreign exchange. In addition, optimizing the ability of PT PINDAD is to meet the needs of the army defense equipment in order to achieve the MEF in 2024, and the second goal is to achieve independence in the procurement of TNI defense equipment in 2029. This research will discuss how role of PT PINDAD in supporting the defense industry of the Ministry of Defense. This research will use a case study qualitative research method. The results showed that the government has carried out various optimizations of industrial capacity by mastery of technology obtained from internal and external sources. In addition, policies to optimize the capability of the defense industry must be directed towards realizing a strong, independent and competitive defense industry that can support national defense and defense, as well as support the development of national economic growth.