France and Indonesia held joint military exercises as part of the Mission Jeanne d’Arc world sail for cadets.

In late March, the French and Indonesian armies and navies conducted joint exercises as part of the Mission Jeanne d’Arc round-the-world sail for cadets of the French Naval Academy. The Jeanne d’Arc group consisted of the Dixmude L9015 Mistral-class landing helicopter dock and the La Fayette F710 La Fayette-class stealth frigate, which included an army embedded tactical group (GTE) and an army light aviation (ALAT) detachment. Both French warships conducted a passing exercise on March 30 when they were departing Jakarta to continue their circumnavigation of the globe. The exercises were aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations and increasing military cooperation. This joint exercise is part of an ongoing effort by both nations to enhance their military capabilities and improve their readiness for potential security challenges in the region. Such collaborations will also help to promote greater understanding between the two countries and build trust and confidence among their armed forces. Overall, these exercises demonstrate a strong commitment to regional security and cooperation in the Asia-Pacific.