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Indonesia receives first aircraft carrier from Italy amid cost concerns

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Indonesia has received its first aircraft carrier, a 41-year-old former Italian warship named ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi. The vessel, gifted by Italy, is intended to bolster Indonesia's maritime security and disaster response capabilities. While approved for US$450 million, some lawmakers express concerns about potential higher upkeep costs, though the Indonesian Navy chief anticipates it can serve for another 15 to 20 years. AI

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Indonesia receives first aircraft carrier from Italy amid cost concerns

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Associated Press ·

    Pride or practicality? Indonesia receives first aircraft carrier amid fears of upkeep cost

    Indonesia welcomed its first aircraft carrier on Friday, a former Italian warship that the government says will strengthen the archipelago nation’s maritime security and disaster response capabilities. The 41-year-old former ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi, with capacity for short take-of…

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