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Susie Pujas Duty: A Marine Hero’s Battle for Indonesia’s Oceans

The Struggle for Indonesia’s Fishermen and Sovereignty

Indonesia’s vast archipelago relies heavily on its fishing industry, with millions of Indonesians dependent on the sea for their livelihood. The South China Sea, a strategic and resource-rich area, is not merely a nebulous geopolitical dispute but a daily battleground for jobs, safety, and fairness for these fishermen.

Susie Pujas Duty, renowned as a champion of Indonesia’s fishermen, has taken bold steps to defend their rights and preserve maritime sovereignty. Her tenure as Minister for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries under President Joko Widodo was marked by daring actions to clamp down on illegal fishing, particularly by Chinese vessels.