Indonesian Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries captured 166 vessels carrying out illegal fishing on Indonesian waters in 2021.
He brings some agenda, underscores the United States' commitment to stronger cooperation with countries in the region.
Indonesia and China, continued the Minister, are committed to accelerating the implementation of projects within the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) framework and actively encouraging global development initiatives.
The bill was initiated by the government to strengthen Indonesias legal standing in negotiations or claims for settlement of maritime boundaries with neighboring countries, she informed in a press release here on Saturday.
Mahfud MD said improving a socioeconomic development in the North Natuna Sea is as equally important as strengthening the security aspect to guard the much-disputed sea area.
China's president Xi Jinping said his country will be a good friend, neighbor, and partner for ASEAN countries during a special summit between the country and the regional bloc.
