Indonesia Military Exercise Advances US Effort to Link Indo-Pacific Forces

The United States and Indonesia have launched Super Garuda Shield 2026, a large multinational military exercise involving approximately 4,800 personnel from 14 countries. The exercise, taking place in Indonesia until Sept. 11, will feature the U.S. Army testing its Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) system. This initiative aims to enhance the ability of U.S. and partner forces to operate together across the Indo-Pacific.

• Nearly 4,800 personnel are involved in the Super Garuda Shield 2026 exercise.
• The exercise includes the United States, Indonesia, and 13 other contributing countries.
• A total of 21 countries are involved overall, according to the Indonesian military.
• The U.S. Army plans to test its Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) system.
• The goal is to improve interoperability between U.S. and partner forces in the Indo-Pacific.