Analysis of National Economic Policy In Supporting the Development of a Sustainable Blue Economy
Keywords:
National Economic Policy; Blue Economy; Sustainable Maritime Development; Maritime Governance; Institutional CoordinationAbstract
Abstract
The blue economy is increasingly viewed as a strategic framework for sustainable maritime development, as it offers an approach that links economic growth, the protection of marine ecosystems, and the equitable distribution of benefits to coastal communities. This study aims to analyse the extent to which Indonesia’s national economic policies support the development of a sustainable blue economy, and to examine its implications for economic, ecological and social dimensions. The study employs a qualitative approach with a public policy analysis design. Data sources consist of national policy documents, scientific journal articles, government agency reports, and relevant official secondary data pertaining to the maritime sector and the blue economy. Data were collected through document review and literature review, and subsequently analysed using content analysis and thematic analysis. The research findings indicate that policy support for the blue economy in Indonesia has become increasingly evident in the national development orientation and is reinforced by a regulatory framework, but its implementation remains not fully integrated. In terms of regulation, policy support is relatively available, yet its operationalisation is not fully consistent and still leaves room for fragmentation across sectors. In terms of institutional aspects, coordination across actors has developed, but has not yet been fully able to overcome sectoral ego and central-regional disconnects. In terms of technology and financing, policies have shown a direction of support, but remain limited to a partial level and have not yet formed a strong implementational foundation. This study concludes that Indonesia’s national economic policy support for a sustainable blue economy is moving in a positive direction, but remains predominantly at the normative level and is not yet fully supported by adequate institutional, technological, and financial integration.
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