KRI Prabu Siliwangi-321 Calls at Casablanca, Strengthening Indonesia–Morocco Maritime Diplomacy
Jakarta, VIVA – Indonesian Navy warship KRI Prabu Siliwangi-321 called at the Port of Casablanca, Kingdom of Morocco, as part of its voyage from La Spezia, Italy to Indonesia. Casablanca was the first port of call following the vessel’s departure from Italy.
KRI Prabu Siliwangi-321 is a frigate-class vessel (PPA – Pattugliatore Polivalente d’Altura) built by Italian shipyard Fincantieri in Mugiano. The ship forms part of the Indonesian Navy’s primary defence system modernisation programme and is one of the most advanced warships bolstering Indonesia’s maritime defence capability.
The vessel’s arrival was greeted by the Indonesian Defence Attaché in Madrid, Colonel (Pilot) Agus Dwi Aryanto, whose jurisdiction covers Spain and Morocco, as well as a Protocol Official from the Indonesian Embassy in Rabat. The commanding officer of KRI Prabu Siliwangi-321, Naval Colonel (P) Kurniawan Koes Atmadja, paid a courtesy call on the Commander of the Moroccan Naval Base in Casablanca as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral defence relations.
Indonesian Ambassador to the Kingdom of Morocco, Air Chief Marshal (Ret.) Yuyu Sutisna, conducted an inspection of the vessel and attended a deck reception hosted by the ship’s crew that evening.
The event was attended by Indonesian Embassy staff from Rabat, the Indonesian Defence Attaché, the Indonesian diaspora in Casablanca, military officials from the Kingdom of Morocco, and technical teams from Italy and Germany.
In his address, Ambassador Yuyu Sutisna affirmed that KRI Prabu Siliwangi-321’s call at Casablanca held strategic significance, not merely in the context of a technical voyage but also as part of Indonesia’s maritime diplomacy.
“The presence of KRI Prabu Siliwangi-321 in Casablanca reflects Indonesia’s commitment to building a modern naval defence capability whilst strengthening friendship with partner nations, including the Kingdom of Morocco. Naval diplomacy serves as a vital bridge in building mutual understanding and closer cooperation,” said Yuyu Sutisna in a written statement on Monday, 16 February 2026.
Yuyu also expressed his appreciation to the entire ship’s crew for their dedication and professionalism in carrying out the voyage mission.
“This mission represents an important milestone in the history of Indonesian Navy modernisation. Carry out your duties with full responsibility, safeguard safety and security, and comply with all applicable procedures. The Indonesian nation awaits your safe return home,” he said.