Super Garuda Shield A Unique US Airborne Assault to Strengthen Operational Capabilities in Indonesia

In a historic development for regional military cooperation, the U.S. Army, the National Indonesian Armed Forces, and allied partners recently executed a complex airborne assault mission in South Sumatra as part of the Super Garuda Shield exercise. This marks the first time such an operation has taken place in the region, reflecting a significant expansion in both the scope and complexity of the annual exercise.