Strategy for Empowering the Reserve Component Based on Regional Preparedness to Strengthen the Core Duties of the Tni in Supporting National Defence

Dadang Ismail Marzuki; Bangun; Haposan Simatupang

doi:10.55927/cjas.v4i3.143

Penulis

Dadang Ismail Marzuki The Republic of Defense University
Bangun The Republic of Defense University
Haposan Simatupang The Republic of Defense University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/cjas.v4i3.143

Kata Kunci:

Reserve Component, Regional Preparedness, National Defense, Strategy, TNI

Abstrak

The background of this study is the increasing complexity of multidimensional threats that require a national defense system based on regional preparedness. Within the framework of the Total Defense System, the Reserve Component plays a strategic role in strengthening the core duties of the Indonesian National Armed Forces, yet its empowerment remains suboptimal. This study aims to analyze the current condition of empowering the Reserve Component based on regional preparedness, identify the constraints encountered, and formulate optimization strategies to strengthen TNI's core duties in supporting national defense. This research employs a descriptive qualitative approach using data collected through interviews, observation, and document analysis. The results and findings indicate that normatively the Reserve Component has a strong legal foundation, but operationally it has not been effectively integrated into the TNI's territorial command system. The main constraints include uneven personnel distribution, discontinuous training, limited logistical support, and weak inter-agency coordination. The study concludes that empowering the Reserve Component based on regional preparedness must be implemented in an integrated manner to effectively and adaptively strengthen TNI's core duties. The recommendation of this study highlights the need for stronger policies, continuous development, and increased involvement of local governments in supporting the national defense system

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