Jakarta, On September 4, 2025, The Garuda Di lautku Inisiatif Foundation team held a high-level audience with Prof. Dr. Ir. Amarulla Octavian, Deputy Head of BRIN, at the BRIN Head Office, BJ Habibie Building – BPPT, Jakarta, to explore synergies in science, policy, and innovation.
The meeting focused on strategic consultations regarding the formulation of science and technology-driven policy recommendations and the enhancement of human resource capacity in the maritime sector, with particular emphasis on implementation plans for Q4 2025 and throughout 2026. Future initiatives are expected to be executed with greater precision and accountability, ensuring their relevance and contribution to evolving national and regional priorities.
Through his directive, Amarulla Octavian underscored the strategic importance of harnessing Indonesia’s oceanic wealth for sustainable economic growth. It is imperative to enhance the design and implementation of coral reef and mangrove conservation programs through structured planning and clearly defined, measurable outputs and outcomes. Indonesia’s fisheries sector holds immense and strategic potential within the blue economy framework, serving not only as a vital source of nutrition but also as a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable economic development. The essence of the blue economy is not only in environmental stewardship, however capacity to strengthen climate resilience and foster inclusive development in coastal regions.
In addition, he conducted a brief coaching clinic outlining the procedural steps for designing work programs, including thematic alignment with strategic agendas, stakeholder identification, appropriate activity formats, clear scoping, and the development of scientific outputs that inform publicfacing narratives Amarulla Octavian asserted that BRIN position is ready to serve all levels of Indonesian society. Please come and explore BRIN resources to acquire access to scientific expertise, research portfolios, and study results.The public can easily access the sophisticated state-owned laboratory facilities managed by BRIN for research and business development purposes.**
