the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) has intensified its investigation into the controversial 30.16-kilometer-long sea fence in the waters of Tangerang Regency, Banten. The bamboo structure, which lacks the required Marine Spatial Utilization Approval (PKKPRL), has disrupted local fishermen, forcing them to take detours when heading out to sea.
doni Ismanto Darwin, special staff to the Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, revealed that the ministry’s Special Police for Coastal and Small Island Management (Polsus PWP3K) has questioned Kohod village chief Arsin bin Asip and 13 local fishermen. “On January 30, 2025, the KKP summoned the kohod village chief and 13 fishermen for questioning,” he stated in Jakarta on Friday, January 31, as quoted by Antara.
The questioning is part of an administrative sanction process, in line with maritime and fisheries regulations, including Government Regulation (PP) No. 21 of 2021, PP No. 85 of 2021, and Ministerial Regulation No. 31 of 2021. The investigation builds on a prior inquiry involving two representatives from the Pantura People’s Network (JRP) on January 21. To date, the ministry has questioned a total of 16 individuals regarding the unauthorized sea fence.
Doni emphasized that the ministry is conducting the investigation professionally, transparently, and in accordance with legal procedures. “The KKP is ensuring that this entire process is carried out under the applicable regulations to uphold fairness and order in the management of marine space,” he said.
The bamboo sea fence, stretching across the waters of Tangerang Regency, has sparked significant controversy. Minister of Agrarian Affairs and spatial Planning/National Land Agency (ATR/BPN) Nusron Wahid confirmed that Building Use Rights (HGB) and Freehold Title Certificates (SHM) were issued for the fenced-off area.President Prabowo Subianto has ordered the Indonesian Navy to dismantle the sea fence in Tangerang. The removal was carried out by a joint team comprising the Navy, the national Police, the KKP, and local fishermen.
Key Details at a Glance
| Aspect | details |
|———————————|—————————————————————————–|
| Length of Sea Fence | 30.16 kilometers |
| Material | Bamboo, reinforced with woven mats, paranet mesh, and sandbag weights |
| Impact on Fishermen | Forced detours, disrupted livelihoods |
| Legal Basis | PP No. 21 of 2021, PP No.85 of 2021, Ministerial Regulation No. 31 of 2021|
| Investigation Status | 16 individuals questioned, ongoing |
| Removal Team | Indonesian Navy, National Police, KKP, local fishermen |
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