Arrival of JS Kunisaki at Kijing Port for International Disaster Relief Activities in the Republic of Indonesia

(Press Release)

28 September 2026
Japan Ministry of Defense

In Japanese

1. Regarding the international disaster relief activities in the Republic of Indonesia, JS Kunisaki, carrying a JGSDF CH-47 transport helicopter, arrived at Kijing Port today.
2. Once preparations are completed, three JGSDF CH-47 transport helicopters will conduct firefighting operations from Kijing Port.
3. The Ministry of Defense and the Japan Self-Defense Forces will continue to make every effort to support Indonesia and prevent further damage.

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