INDONESIA’S GLOBAL MARITIME FULCRUM AND ITS PERSPECTIVE ON GOOD ORDER AT SEA

Abstract

Indonesia’s strategic maritime vision under the Global Maritime Fulcrum (GMF) policy reflects a comprehensive response to the contested and evolving security environment in the Indo-Pacific region. Located at the centre of global maritime routes, the Indo-Pacific is increasingly affected by territorial disputes, geopolitical rivalry, piracy, illegal fishing, climate change, and marine ecosystem degradation. Grounded in five strategic pillars, the GMF positions Indonesia as a maritime leader committed to promoting regional stability and a rules-based order. Using qualitative content analysis, this research examines key materials, including policy frameworks, institutional publications, international legal sources, and academic studies published over the past decade. The analysis highlights the interaction between maritime security and technological transformation. Findings demonstrate that Indonesia’s integrated strategy, which links defence, diplomacy, sustainability, and environmental responsibility, supports regional cooperation and maritime governance. Advancing inclusive frameworks, improving naval partnerships, and expanding initiatives in ocean based economic sectors remain essential for achieving lasting maritime resilience and peace across the Indo-Pacific.