Strategi Pengelolaan Kapal Patroli Bakamla dalam Menghadapi Ancaman di Laut Indonesia

Abstract

Indonesia, as the largest archipelago in the world, faces various maritime threats, such as illegal fishing, smuggling, and territorial violations. The Marine Security Agency (Bakamla) has a strategic role in maintaining marine security through the management of patrol vessels. This research identifies the challenges faced by Bakamla, including limited human resources, technology and inter-agency coordination. The method used is descriptive qualitative with data collection through observation and interviews with Bakamla leaders, patrol boat commanders, and related agencies such as the Indonesian Navy and Polairud. The results showed that despite Bakamla's efforts to improve fleet capacity and inter-agency coordination, major challenges remain, such as budget constraints and an inadequate number of vessels. In addition, improved communication systems and joint exercises are still needed for a more effective response to threats. Coastal community participation is also important in supporting marine surveillance. This research recommends increasing the budget, procuring additional vessels, and strengthening inter-agency coordination to improve the effectiveness of patrol vessel management in maintaining Indonesia's marine security.