The Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries is enhancing the security measures at fisheries ports, which serve as the primary frontline of the capture fisheries sub-sector. Officials from the Directorate General of Capture Fisheries have now obtained internal auditor certification in security management systems to support this initiative. The Acting Director General of Capture Fisheries, Lotharia Latif, has stated that ports are not merely places for ships to dock and unload fish catches, but also symbols of national security and the vanguard of the marine economy. Fisheries ports exemplify the resilience of natural resources, which in turn supports economic stability. Therefore, a reliable strategy is needed to counter security threats, whether technical, social, or criminal.

Additionally, the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries encourages the designation of fishing ports as national strategic objects. The Director of Fishing Port Affairs, Ady Chandra, has welcomed this initiative, viewing the designation as providing certainty in protecting port operational activities. Ady noted that designating ports as national strategic objects could prevent these strategic locations from potential disruptions and sabotage. In addition, a socialisation programme for the national critical object security management system has been implemented. This security system will be integrated to protect state assets and investments. The Minister of Marine Affairs and Fisheries also emphasised the importance of coastal communities and said port facilities must be improved to optimise productivity.

Source: https://www.tempo.co/ekonomi/kkp-perkuat-keamanan-pelabuhan-perikanan-1855840