A Post-"Leahy Conditions" Theater Security Cooperation Plan for Indonesia
Abstract
Currently, Public Law 115, Section 572 of the Foreign Operations, Export Financing and Related Programs Appropriations Act of 2002, also known as the "Leahy Conditions" for its sponsor, Senator Patrick Leahy (Democrat-Vermont), prevents full military-to-military training and Foreign Military Financing (FMF) Programs with Indonesia. The President of the United States must submit a report to the appropriate congressional committees that shows the government of Indonesia and the Indonesian Armed Forces are meeting seven conditions in regards to human rights before assistance can be made available. In the post 9/11 world, Indonesia plays an increasingly important role in the Global War on Terrorism, and Congress has slowly begun restoring funding to Indonesia even though the "Leahy Conditions" have not been fully met. However, the U.S. Pacific Command (PACOM) must be prepared to re-write its Theater Security Cooperation Plan with Indonesia if and when the "Leahy Conditions" are lifted and full military-to-military and FMF Programs can be instituted. Indonesia's geo-strategic position and partnership in the Global War on Terrorism will require that a robust plan is ready to strengthen Indonesia's military and help stabilize their growing democratic government.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 10, 2007
- Accession Number
- ADA470856
Entities
People
- Gregory L. Grady
Organizations
- Naval War College