Indonesia’s Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) is ramping up security measures in its remote outer islands to combat illegal fishing and human trafficking.
Key Measures:
- Enhanced Surveillance: Advanced tools such as patrol vessels and satellites are being deployed to monitor and protect marine resources.
- Local Vigilance: Communities are encouraged to report and combat cross-border crimes, particularly human trafficking, due to the region’s proximity to Australia.
- Recent Incidents: The KKP is responding to cases such as the interception of vessels involved in smuggling and illegal fishing.
Collaborative Efforts:
- International Cooperation: Indonesia is working with the Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) to educate local fishermen about the legal consequences of operating in Australian waters.
- Community Support: The ministry is partnering with local authorities to offer alternative livelihoods to reduce the temptation for illegal activities.
Director General Pung Nugroho Saksono emphasized these efforts during Independence Day celebrations in Sabu-Riajua District, East Nusa Tenggara, highlighting the critical need for robust surveillance in Indonesia’s frontier and remote areas.
Indonesia’s Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) has intensified its security measures in remote island territories to tackle illegal fishing and human trafficking. The move, announced by Director General Pung Nugroho Saksono during Independence Day celebrations, highlights the use of advanced surveillance tools, including patrol vessels and satellites, to safeguard marine resources and prevent cross-border crimes.
Recent incidents, including the interception of smuggling vessels and a failed attempt by Chinese nationals to reach Australia, underscore the urgency of these efforts. The KKP is also collaborating with the Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) to educate local fishermen on legal consequences and working with community groups to develop alternative livelihoods to discourage illegal activities.