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The initiative aims to strengthen ocean sustainability
Indonesia’s Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries has announced plans to establish 200,000 hectares of new marine conservation areas in 2025 as part of a national strategy to enhance marine ecosystem resilience, safeguard biodiversity, and promote sustainable economic growth. This is reported by VNA, a partner of TV BRICS.
Kartika Listriana, Director General of Marine Spatial Planning at the ministry, confirmed the initiative during an official statement. She emphasised that the expansion of conservation zones is directly aligned with the country’s sustainable marine spatial planning framework and its long-term environmental and socioeconomic goals.
According to Listriana, the newly designated areas will support the ministry’s broader mission to improve blue carbon management and reinforce the effectiveness of marine protection. She underscored the importance of responsible and inclusive ocean governance, stating that marine spatial planning must ensure fair and sustainable use of resources, particularly for coastal communities and future generations.
The source claimed that this initiative builds on Indonesia’s significant progress in marine conservation, with protected areas reaching 29.9 million hectares as of the end of 2024. The continued expansion reflects the country’s commitment to international marine sustainability standards and its role as a global leader in coastal and ocean stewardship.
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