Implementation Of State Defense In Realizing National Security

Abstract

The close relationship between defending the state and the objectives of the State of Indonesia as stipulated in Article 4 of the 1945 Constitution, requires awareness of the importance of defense and state defense in the current era. This is intended so that every citizen has an attitude of nationalism and patriotism in maintaining the sovereignty and integrity of the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia (NKRI). The concept of defending the country is designed to maintain the existence of the country from threats, challenges, obstacles and disturbances both from within the country and abroad. Therefore, efforts to defend the country must be carried out voluntarily by all citizens as a form of devotion and love for the nation and state. The purpose of writing this journal is to provide an understanding of the importance of state defense in strengthening national security, and how state defense can be implemented effectively.