Member of Commission IV DPR Johan Rosihan asked the government to take firm steps against the 30.16 kilometer (km) marine fencing case that occurred in the coastal areas of Tangerang Regency, Banten, for violating the rights of the people and fishermen.
"This sea protection is a form of real violation of the rights of fishermen and coastal communities. The government must immediately ensure the legality of this action and take firm steps if it is proven to have violated the rules," Johan said as quoted by ANTARA, Thursday, January 9.
This was conveyed by him during a sudden inspection (sidak) with members of Commission IV of the DPR Riyono "Caping" and a number of fishermen to sea fencing locations in the coastal areas of Tangerang, Banten, Wednesday (8/1).
"This case has sparked unrest among local fishermen for blocking their access to fishing areas, increasing operational costs, and threatening the sustainability of their livelihoods," he said.
Johan reminded that according to Law Number 27 of 2007 concerning Management of Coastal Areas and Small Islands, the use of coastal areas must be carried out with official permission and consider the interests of the local community.
In addition, Johan continued, any activities that have the potential to damage marine ecosystems are required to have an environmental impact analysis (AMDAL) in accordance with the Environmental Law.
For this reason, he emphasized that if the fence is established without a permit or without paying attention to the ecological and social impacts, then the action has the potential to violate the law, and the perpetrators can be subject to administrative sanctions to criminal sanctions.
"Nelayan is the backbone of the coastal economy. Their right to sea access must be protected. This case is a reminder for all of us that marine management must prioritize ecosystem sustainability and community welfare," said Johan.
Previously, Tuesday (7/1), the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) encouraged the resolution of the 30.16 kilometer sea fencing problem that occurred in the coastal area of Tangerang Regency, Banten.
Secretary of the Directorate General of Marine Management and Marine Space of the KKP Kusdiantoro said that monitoring and control of coastal areas and small islands is one of the priorities of the KKP's blue economy policies to create a healthy, safe, resilient and productive marine space for the nation.
"I provide support, support today's discussion, so that the problem of sea fencing is getting clearer, how to respond to solutions, and this is also a form of commitment from the KKP," said Kusdiantoro.
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