Rafale’s Meteor Missile: Key Weapon in Safeguarding Indonesia’s Sovereignty

Indonesia has officially entered a new era of air defence following the delivery ceremony of Dassault Rafale fighter jets to the Indonesian Air Force (TNI AU). The government also showcased a mock-up of the Meteor long-range air-to-air missile, one of the world’s most lethal beyond visual range (BVR) missiles. This strategic upgrade will transform Indonesia’s aerial combat capabilities, placing the nation among those with top-tier BVR capabilities. What are the key advantages of these two weapon systems?