Imroatul Fadlilah, Slamet Muliono Redjosari

Keberhasilan PT PAL Indonesia Mendukung Power Projection Angkatan Laut Filipina dalam Penanganan COVID-19 Melalui Barko ng Republika ng Pilipinas Davao del Sur

Introduction

Keberhasilan pt pal indonesia mendukung power projection angkatan laut filipina dalam penanganan covid-19 melalui barko ng republika ng pilipinas davao del sur. PT PAL Indonesia berhasil mendukung Angkatan Laut Filipina atasi COVID-19 via BRP Davao del Sur, memperkuat hubungan strategis & ekspansi industri pertahanan Indonesia.

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted many countries to utilize all of their national resources to deal with it, including military forces. As an archipelagic country, the Philippines faced geographical and health logistics distribution challenges during the pandemic.In addressing these challenges, the BRP Davao del Sur, a Philippine warship built by PT PAL Indonesia, has played a crucial role in Military Operations Other Than War (MOOTW), particularly in the transportation and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines to remote and hard-to-reach areas. The research methodology employed in this study is qualitative descriptive, utilizing document analysis and purposive sampling interviews. The research findings indicate that PT PAL Indonesia's success not only strengthens the strategic relationship between Indonesia and the Philippines but also expands the reach of Indonesia's defense industry in the international market. The high level of trust from the Philippines has led the rice-producing nation to place another order for LPD-class ships and open new export opportunities to the Middle East, such as the United Arab Emirates. This study underscores that the national defense industry can play a crucial role in strengthening regional military capabilities and addressing non-traditional threats like pandemics. Keywords: PT PAL Indonesia, Power Projection, BRP Davao del Sur, COVID-19, Defense Industry

Review

The submitted work, titled "Keberhasilan PT PAL Indonesia Mendukung Power Projection Angkatan Laut Filipina dalam Penanganan COVID-19 Melalui Barko ng Republika ng Pilipinas Davao del Sur," presents a timely and highly relevant analysis of the multifaceted role of the defense industry in addressing non-traditional security threats. The abstract effectively highlights PT PAL Indonesia's significant contribution to the Philippine Navy's COVID-19 response through the BRP Davao del Sur, underscoring the vessel's critical function in health logistics distribution to remote areas. This paper's central strength lies in its ability to connect a specific case study of defense equipment utilization with broader themes of international relations, regional security, and economic diplomacy, specifically showcasing how a national defense industry can bolster a partner nation's capabilities during a crisis. Utilizing a qualitative descriptive methodology, primarily through document analysis and purposive sampling interviews, the research aims to provide an in-depth understanding of this unique collaboration. The findings eloquently demonstrate that PT PAL Indonesia's success extends beyond the operational support provided to the Philippine Navy. It significantly strengthens the strategic bilateral relationship between Indonesia and the Philippines, cultivating a high level of trust that has led to further LPD-class ship orders. Crucially, the study also reveals the positive impact on Indonesia's defense industry, expanding its reach into the international market, with new export opportunities even emerging in regions like the Middle East. This effectively illustrates how defense sector collaboration can serve as a potent tool for both regional stability and national economic advancement. While the abstract strongly emphasizes the "success" narrative, a more comprehensive paper would benefit from a deeper exploration of the specific operational challenges faced by the BRP Davao del Sur during its missions, offering a more nuanced understanding of the complexities involved beyond just the achievement of its goals. Further, detailing the specific *mechanisms* through which PT PAL's involvement fostered trust and expanded market reach, beyond just the fact of new orders, could add considerable analytical depth. For future research, it would be valuable to compare this case with similar instances of defense industry involvement in humanitarian aid or disaster relief in other archipelagic nations, providing a comparative perspective on the efficacy and impact of such partnerships. Overall, this study makes a valuable contribution by demonstrating the evolving utility of military assets and defense industrial capabilities in addressing contemporary global challenges.

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