Analysis Of Strategic Environmental Trends Towards The Achievement Of Optimum Essential Force Fulfillment (2024–2045)

The development of Indonesia's defense forces through the Optimum Essential Force (OEF) policy is a national strategy designed for the long term with the aim of achieving an ideal, effective, and efficient level of defense. This article assesses the development of the strategic environment at the global, regional and domestic levels until 2045, focusing on achieving OEF optimization. Utilizing qualitative methods and literature review, this paper outlines how geopolitical changes, technological innovations, non-traditional threats, and economic factors can affect the planning and implementation of OEF. The results of this analysis show that flexible policies, defence equipment modernization, and budget consistency are essential elements to achieve successful optimization of OEF in the face of a changing strategic environment