
Australia 'engaging with Indonesia' as Russia requests access to island military base
Defence Minister Richard Marles says Australia is a close friend to Indonesia and has engaged with its neighbour's officials, following reports Russia has asked to store aircraft at an Indonesian military base.

Russia reported to want military base in Indonesia
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