maritimeposts.com/ — Amid efforts to strengthen Indonesia’s research ecosystem, the name Hasnawati Saleh, often affectionately called Nana Saleh, stands out as one of the scientists playing an important role in building bridges of collaboration between Indonesia and Australia. Her contributions are particularly visible through her involvement in the PAIR Project (Partnership for Australia–Indonesia Research), a…
MARTITIMEPOSTS.COM – The Faculty of Public Health (FKM) of Hasanuddin University (Unhas) held a Workshop on Improving Hasanuddin University’s Global Ranking at Unhas Hotel & Convention on Tuesday (February 10, 2026). The activity, which was conducted in conjunction with the signing of a Performance Agreement, forms part of FKM Unhas’s strategic efforts to support the…
MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – As the world’s population continues to grow and wild fish stocks face increasing pressure, aquaculture has emerged as one of the most critical sectors in global food production. No longer a secondary industry, fish farming now supplies more than half of the seafood consumed worldwide. At the center of this transformation are a…
MARTITIMEPOSTS.COM – Makassar—Amid the rising threats of climate change, increasingly felt from the shoreline to the city center, the Climate Change Study Center (PSPI) of the Research and Community Service Institute (LPPM) at Hasanuddin University (Unhas) continues to take on a strategic role. On Tuesday, 25 November 2025, PSPI LPPM Unhas, together with the Ministry…
MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – In conversations about Indonesia’s maritime transformation, the spotlight often falls on bold, visible actions—crackdowns on illegal fishing, the sinking of foreign vessels, and the assertion of sovereignty at sea. Yet, beneath these dramatic shifts lies a quieter, more foundational revolution. At its center stands Emil Salim, a figure whose influence on Indonesia’s oceans…
Selective breeding for resistance to diseases such as EHP and EMS has already shown promising results, particularly in strains resistant to White Spot Syndrome Virus (WSSV). Continued progress in this area will be vital for long-term industry resilience. MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – Ecuador is one of the original natural habitats of South American white shrimp and has…
maritimeposts.com/ – This topic will explore the relationship between humans and the environment within the context of power, policy, culture, and global influences, drawing on various theories and focusing on local and global interactions, historical actions, gender relations, and knowledge structures. Introduction to Political Ecology Political ecology emerged as a field of study due to…
MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – Yusran Nurdin Massa, born on January 1, 1979, is a distinguished environmental specialist with over two decades of dedicated work in mangrove conservation, coastal rehabilitation, and sustainable fisheries in Indonesia. His career spans leadership roles in local, national, and international NGOs, where he has pioneered groundbreaking initiatives in ecological restoration, governance, and community-based…
maritimeposts.com/ – Did you know that aquaculture is the fastest-growing food production sector in the world? This is because seafood is one of the rare types of food that is highly beneficial to humans while also being easily scalable in production. With the help of innovative technologies such as artificial intelligence and microscopic fungi, almost…
Minister Trenggono did not merely talk about policy—he spoke about a new paradigm for managing Indonesia’s oceans: scientific, collaborative, and ecologically just. He urged NGOs to help explain the importance of these policies to fishing communities so that real-time monitoring systems can function effectively and gain broad acceptance. He also called on NGOs to strengthen…
Since the 1970s, strong critiques of developmentalism—especially modernization theory—have emerged. Latin American thinkers argued that underdevelopment was not merely an initial stage, but the product of an exploitative global structure. MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – Developmentalism is one of the major streams in the social sciences, especially sociology, that places development at the center of social change. It…
MARITIMEPOSTS.COM– Makassar, South Sulawesi, will host The 46th Asian Conference on Remote Sensing (ACRS 2025) from October 27 to 31, 2025, at The Rinra Hotel Makassar. This event is recognized as the largest annual scientific conference in Asia in the field of remote sensing, geospatial studies, and Earth observation technologies. This year’s theme, “Harnessing Remote…
MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – There is nothing worse than when someone in a military uniform harms the very civilians they were sent to protect. No perpetrator is above the law, and no one is beneath it. Your Excellencies, Ministers, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a great honor to be here. I would like to acknowledge the ancestral…
The two-phase dissemination event underscores DFW Indonesia’s broader advocacy for decent work within Indonesia’s fisheries sector. It positions tuna-processing workers as central contributors to the nation’s seafood economy but also as individuals whose rights must be protected through stronger governance, accountability, and transparency. MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – DFW Indonesia (Destructive Fishing Watch Indonesia) held a two-stage dissemination…
Author: Helen Dias Andhini Civil Servant, Southeast Sulawesi Provincial Government MARITIMEPOSTS.COM — Natural disasters are an integral part of human life and, to a certain extent, unavoidable. Phenomena such as earthquakes, floods, landslides, droughts, disease outbreaks, fires, and even socio-economic crises often occur suddenly, demanding not only physical preparedness but also mental and social readiness….
MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – The Fisheries Management Area of the Republic of Indonesia (WPPNRI) 715 represents a marine biodiversity epicenter that plays a vital role in maintaining food security and supporting the national economy. Administratively, this strategic region encompasses eight provinces in Eastern Indonesia: Maluku North Maluku North Sulawesi Central Sulawesi Gorontalo Papua West Papua Southwest Papua…
Intellectually, he embodied a synthesis between local Bugis-Makassar traditions and global knowledge systems—an early example of “global-minded leadership” from Nusantara. MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – Karaeng Pattingalloang—often written as Karaeng Pattingalloang or Pattingalloang Daeng Pamatte—was one of the most remarkable intellectuals and statesmen of the 17th-century Gowa Kingdom. He served as Tumabicarabutta (roughly equivalent to prime minister) under…
Her legacy is not simply about sunken ships or viral slogans. It is about proving that bold governance can defend natural resources while empowering ordinary citizens. maritimeposts.com/ – For decades, Indonesia—an archipelagic nation stretching across more than 17,000 islands—lived with a paradox. Though the sea defined its geography, identity, and history, national development often seemed…
MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – Science is often described as the crown jewel of human reason, a disciplined quest to uncover the truths of the natural and social world. Yet when we ask, what is science?, the answer is neither simple nor straightforward. Is science a method, a body of knowledge, or a cultural practice? And what role…
MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – Nickel is an essential metal utilized across various industries, particularly in the production of stainless steel and electric vehicle (EV) batteries. Several countries dominate nickel mining, significantly influencing global supply and shaping the industry’s future. Indonesia – The World’s Leading Producer Indonesia has established itself as the world’s top nickel producer, driven by…
