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Bureaucratic Reform in the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries under Susi Pudjiastuti

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Bureaucratic reform within the Ministry is implemented through nine key programs: change management; regulatory reform; organizational restructuring and strengthening; business process improvement; human resource management reform; strengthening internal oversight; enhancing performance accountability; improving public service quality; and monitoring, evaluation, and reporting. MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – Reform in the marine and fisheries sector requires full concentration and strong…

The Abyss Stares Back: 5 Mind-Bending Realities of Earth’s Most Extreme Oceans

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PELAKITA.ID – The ocean stretches before us as an endless blue expanse, its surface shimmering beneath the golden kiss of the sun. To those watching from the shore, the gentle sway of waves offers a peaceful illusion. However, this serenity is merely a fragile veil—a thin skin stretched across a vast, restless abyss that dwarfs…

Salt, Silver, and Snakes of Hormuz Surprising

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Surprising Realities of the World’s Most Fragile Lifeline MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – The Strait of Hormuz is often described as the “jugular vein of humanity,” a narrow passage only 21 miles wide that carries nearly 20% of the global oil supply. Every movement in this fatal intersection is scrutinized by world strategists, as even a slight fracture…

Unhas Explorer: Navigating the Future of Maritime Research and Education

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MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – Hasanuddin University (Unhas) in Makassar has taken a bold step toward strengthening Indonesia’s maritime future with the launch of the Unhas Explorer, also known as UNEX 1. Commissioned in November 2023, this modern research and educational vessel is a symbol of Unhas’s commitment to its tridarma of higher education: education, research, and community…

Enhancing the Capacity of Tuna Processing Workers, DFW Indonesia Conducts a Training Program for Workers in Benoa, Bali

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The training was held from 10 to 12 December at the hall of the Indonesian Seafarers and Fisheries Workers Union (KP3I), Benoa Port, Bali. DFW Indonesia partnered with BPPSDM Puslat KP to address the needs of industry stakeholders by designing the training curriculum through a Training Needs Assessment. MARITIMEPOSTS.COM– Benoa, 12 December 2025 — Destructive…

Opinion | Discipline in Disaster Management: Lessons from Ramadan

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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….

The Importance of Coral Restoration

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MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – Coral reefs are among the planet’s most vital ecosystems. Although they cover less than 1% of the ocean, they provide shelter and food for around 25% of marine species, including fish, crabs, and countless other sea creatures. Sadly, many reefs are in decline due to threats like pollution, climate change, and overfishing. Coral…

The ‘Blue Economy’ Concept According to Ocean Solutions CEO M. Zulficar Mochtar

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MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – The Founder of maritime consulting organization Ocean Solutions Indonesia (OSI), M. Zulficar Mochtar, shares his key perspectives on the true substance and proper implementation of the Blue Economy concept in the maritime sector. Speaking to MARITIMEPOSTS.COM, the former Director General of Capture Fisheries at Indonesia’s Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (2019–2020) expressed…

Gayatri Reksodihardjo-Lilley, the Indonesian Woman Who Brought Marine Conservation to the World

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Gayatri led initiatives that placed fishers, local residents, and vulnerable groups at the center of conservation. She worked in coastal villages, training communities to manage coral reefs, make decisions, and become guardians of the sea in their own homeland. MARITIMEPOSTS.COM — There is a name that has long stayed with me—a name I first came across…

On Academic Leadership: Notes After a Conversation with Prof. JJ

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The author once worked as a village facilitator in Selayar, while JJ served as Executive Secretary of a major initiative—the Coral Reef Rehabilitation and Management Project (COREMAP)—in the mid-2000s. During the conversation, the idea of coastal laboratories emerged as a symbol of leadership that brings the university beyond the ivory tower in maritime affairs. MARITIMEPOSTS.COM—…

Special Coverage | Philippine Army Officers Experience the Richness of Makassarese Culture at ‘Balla Barakka ri Galesong’

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MARITIMEPOSTS.COM- A delegation from the Philippine Army—led by Colonel (Inf) Michael Glenn Manansala and comprising Major Eric Aprosta, Major Joel Dagdag, and Major Theresa Babiera—visited the cultural heritage site Balla Barakka ri Galesong in South Sulawesi. Facilitated by Indonesia’s 11th Infantry Brigade Badik Sakti, the Takalar District Military Command (Kodim), and the local government of…

“The Trace of Adam Smith’s ‘Invisible Hand’ in Indonesia’s New Order Economy”

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maritimeposts.com/ – In the history of modern economic thought, Adam Smith is often recognized as the pioneer of free-market ideas that underpin the capitalist system. Through his monumental work, An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations (1776), Smith introduced the concept of the “invisible hand”—a metaphor for how individual self-interest…

Unhas and NUS Singapore to Launch Collaborative ‘Climate-Related Project’

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maritimeposts.com/ – Hasanuddin University (Unhas) is gearing up to host an international initiative titled Weathering with You, set to take place at the Marine Station on Barrang Lompo Island on May 31, 2025. This collaborative project is funded by the Asian Undergraduate Symposium 2024 Grant from NUS College and is coordinated by the National University…

Future Strategy of WPPNRI 715: Between Vast Potential and Regulatory Challenges

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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…

Ancient Maritime Traditions: Local Wisdom in Marine Conservation

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MARITIMESPOSTS.COM – Across the world, various cultures have practiced marine conservation for centuries, passing down traditions that help maintain the delicate balance of ocean ecosystems. These time-honored customs serve as sustainable solutions to protect marine life while preserving local livelihoods. In Indonesia, the Sasi Laut tradition in Maluku and Papua prohibits the harvesting of marine…

Professor Jamaluddin Jompa: Championing Marine Ecology and Sustainable Development

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MARITIMEPPOSTS.COM – Professor Jamaluddin Jompa is currently serving as the Rector of Hasanuddin University. He was officially inaugurated for the 2022–2026 term on April 27, 2022. With a strong academic background, he earned his Ph.D. from James Cook University in Australia in 2001 and a Master’s degree from McMaster University in Canada in 1996. His research…

Business Flow of the Global Blue Swimming Crab Industry: Market and Challenges

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maritimeposts.com/ – The blue swimming crab (Portunus pelagicus) industry plays a significant role in the global seafood market, particularly in Southeast Asia and the United States. As a high-value seafood product, the industry supports thousands of small-scale fishers while contributing significantly to export revenues. However, challenges such as sustainability, regulatory changes, and climate-related threats continue…

OPINION | Interlocking Vulnerabilities on the Coast: Structural Poverty and Climate Change

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Many coastal communities are caught in a historical rupture: once rulers of the sea, now displaced and unsupported. Rather than acting as a structural balancer, the state often appears only through short-term projects: fishing gear handouts, one-off training sessions, and lifeless statistics. MARITIMEPOSTS.COM- The climate crisis has become a deepening abyss, swallowing the certainties of…

Kamaruddin Azis | Relevance of Issues and Action Agendas in WPP NRI 713, 714, and 715

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The author is the founder of maritimeposts.com/, an alumnus of Marine Science and Technology at Hasanuddin University, and former Chairman of the Hasanuddin University Marine Science Alumni Association (ISLA) for 2010–2012. He currently works as an expert for the CSR PKPM Program at PT Vale – The COMMIT Foundation. MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – The annual meeting of…

Dr. Saibun Tjuatja: Driving Innovation and Inclusivity in the Global Remote Sensing Community

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MARITIMEPOSTS.COM– The name Dr. Saibun Tjuatja is now widely recognized among scientists and professionals in the field of remote sensing and geospatial technologies. Since January 1, 2025, he has been serving as President of the IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society (GRSS), a global scientific organization under the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)…