Bakamla Head Vice Admiral Irvansyah said the initiative is crucial to ensuring that Indonesia’s blue economy can contribute more significantly to state revenue.
He explained that the maritime security index has a strong influence on investment inflows, as it helps build confidence among private sector players to conduct business in Indonesia.
“This year, the index stands at 60. While this is not yet ideal, we have consistently recorded annual improvements of around three points,” Irvansyah said after attending Bakamla’s 20th anniversary celebration on Wednesday.
Based on internal calculations, he said that even a one-point increase in the index could unlock potential investment worth around Rp109.7 trillion, or approximately US$6.5 billion.
“Typically, we see an increase of about three points each year. That means three times Rp109.7 trillion, or roughly Rp320 trillion in potential investment annually, if the maritime security index improves,” he explained
Irvansyah said these figures serve as motivation for Bakamla personnel to continue enhancing maritime security through various measures, including routine patrols and strengthened cooperation with foreign coast guard agencies.
Bakamla is also working to improve coordination with related institutions, including the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL), the Water and Air Police (Polairud), and the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP), particularly in the conduct of maritime patrols.
Through these efforts, Irvansyah expressed hope that Bakamla would be able to make a significant contribution to national economic growth.
He also confirmed that a new patrol vessel funded through a Japanese grant is scheduled to arrive in 2027.
The vessel is expected to further strengthen cooperation between Bakamla and the Japan Coast Guard.
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