Maritime State Policy in The Context of Strengthening Indonesia's Sovereignty in The Global Constellation: Systematic Literature Review
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Stres Kerja; Maritime Politics, Maritime Sovereignty, Global Maritime Fulcrum, Maritime Security, Maritime DiplomacyAbstract
As the largest archipelagic country, Indonesia faces complex maritime sovereignty challenges amid global geopolitical dynamics and rivalries among major powers in the Indo-Pacific region. This study aims to map the contribution of Indonesia's maritime policy to strengthening sovereignty through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach. Using the PRISMA protocol, 28 scientific articles published between 2015 and 2025 were analyzed in depth. The results of the study show that the Global Maritime Fulcrum (PMD) vision serves as a strategic framework that integrates governance, infrastructure, and national diplomacy as the foundation of sovereignty.Thematic findings confirm that strengthening sovereignty depends on the synergy of four dimensions: integrated maritime defense in strategic areas such as the North Natuna Sea; cooperative maritime diplomacy to enhance bargaining position; utilization of security technology for early detection of illegal activities; and maritime literacy and culture to build social legitimacy. Despite growing academic interest, policy implementation still faces obstacles in interagency coordination and regulatory overlap. This study concludes that strengthening sovereignty requires a holistic approach that synergizes military strength, technological sophistication, and cultural identity so that Indonesia can respond effectively to global challenges.
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