Indonesia’s New Conservation Law: Falling Short on Marine Ecosystem Protection
Indonesia, a nation celebrated for its rich biodiversity, recently revised its conservation law. However, while the updates introduce several new provisions, critics argue that the law continues to overlook the country’s vital marine ecosystems. Despite the fact that Indonesia’s waters cover two-thirds of its territory, the law predominantly emphasizes terrestrial conservation, leaving significant gaps in the protection and management of marine resources. A Terrestrial Focus in a Marine-Rich Nation Indonesia’s newly updated conservation law, passed in July 2024 after seven
