United Commitment to Human and Environmental Harmony

By:  Hengki Hamino Jatinangor, January 21, 2026 – The Garuda Di Lautku Initiative Foundation paid a courtesy visit to the newly appointed leadership of the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences (FPIK), Universitas Padjadjaran, for the 2026–2030 term under the leadership of Dr. Sunarto. This meeting marked a significant milestone to strengthen ties, review collaborative …

Seasonal Climate Forecasts (SINTEX-F) and National Food Security Program

Podcast Reflection: Seasonal Climate Forecasts (SINTEX-F) and National Food Security ProgramRRI Bandung Studio, January 19, 2026 Speakers: Narrated by:Hengki HaminoChairman, Garuda Di Lautku Initiative Foundation This podcast brought together distinguished experts from Japan and Indonesia to discuss the role of SINTEX-F seasonal climate forecasts in strengthening national food security strategies. Dr. Behera highlighted the scientific …

Padjadjaran University and Garuda Di Lautku Initiative Forge Strategic Partnership for Marine Conservation in Indonesia

Jatinangor, 13 November 2025 — The Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences at Universitas Padjadjaran (FPIK UNPAD) has officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the Garuda di Lautku Initiative Foundation to strengthen the development, management, and sustainable use of marine conservation areas across Indonesia. This partnership aims to foster institutional synergy grounded in science, …

Strengthening Governance and Advancing the Blue Economy in Support of Sustainable and High-Value Fisheries

THE SEA THAT FEEDS, THE SEA THAT FADES Marine Protein and Global Fish Stock Status. The ocean plays a critical role in global food security, supplying over 17% of the world’s animal protein intake—a vital contribution to nutrition, particularly in coastal and island nations (FAO, 2024). However, this essential resource is under increasing pressure. According …

Starving In The Midst of Plenty

INDONESIA’S EEL FARMING PARADOX Jakarta, Indonesia — The tightening of international trade regulations under CITES has placed several high-value tropical blue food commodities particularly eel products under severe restriction, triggering a wave of bankruptcies among eel farming enterprises across Indonesia. Despite abundant natural resources and global demand for tropical eel products, hundreds of aquaculture enterprises …

Engagement with BRIN’s Deputy Head

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 …

Focus Group Discussion

The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) and the Garuda Di Lautku Initiative Foundation held a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on the utilization of the blue economy, “The Role of the Blue Economy in Supporting Food Security through the Sustainable Utilization of Marine and Coastal Resources,” at the BRIN Building, Jakarta, Thursday (July 17). Indonesia …

Audience with the Main Commissioner of Agrinas Jaladri Nusantara

On July 16, 2025, the Advisor, Chair, and Secretary of the Garuda Foundation at Lautku Initiative held an audience and gathering with the President Commissioner of Agrinas Jaladri Nusantara, Rear Admiral (Ret.) Dr. Ir. Eko Djalmo Asmadi. The meeting discussed the Foundation’s planned scientific work programs and field actions. The meeting also focused on building …

Signing of cooperation agreement with The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN)

JAKARTA, –The Directorate of Environmental, Maritime, Natural Resources, and Nuclear Energy Policy, Deputy for Development Policy of the National Research and Innovation Agency officially established cooperation with the Garuda Di Lautku Initiative Foundation on the Preparation of Science and Technology-Based Policy Recommendations (IPTEK) and Strengthening the Capacity of Human Resources in the Maritime Sector. The …

The National Movement GARUDA DI LAUTKU

The National Movement “Garuda Di Lautku” is a Milestone of Joint Commitment to Preserving the Archipelago’s Underwater The National Movement “Garuda Di Lautku” is a milestone of joint commitment to preserving the archipelago’s undersea. This was conveyed by the Commander of the VI Indonesian Navy Main Base (Danlantamal VI) First Admiral TNI Hanarko Djodi Pamungkas …