Here are some challenges for the TNI in the future, according to Indonesian citizens.

The results of a Litbang Kompas poll show that there are several issues perceived by the public as challenges for the TNI in the future.

Notably, terrorism and radicalism are still considered the biggest challenges for the TNI going forward, as stated by 27.4% of respondents.

Next, the welfare of soldiers was highlighted by 26.5% of respondents. According to researchers, this problem remains an important aspect as a fundamental right of soldiers.

"The public believes that internal challenges cannot be ignored by this institution, especially ensuring that soldiers receive a decent life," wrote Litbang Kompas researchers in their report on Sunday (October 5, 2025).

The next biggest challenges are cyber and technological threats (20%), border conflicts (19.3%), maintaining public trust (0.5%), and others (0.9%).

In addition, the survey also found that the majority, or 89.4% of respondents, believe the TNI is capable of maintaining professionalism.

"Both a professional image and high trust are important social capital for an institution," wrote Litbang Kompas.

The survey involved 528 respondents from 72 cities in 38 provinces, selected randomly according to the population proportion in each province.

Data collection was conducted from September 8-12, 2025, through telephone interviews. The survey's margin of error is approximately 4.22% with a 95% confidence level, under conditions of simple random sampling.