Penangkapan Ikan Ilegal di Laut Kawasan Perbatasan Sangihe: Dari Londe ke Pumpboat

Abstract

Indonesia is not only one of the largest archipelagic countries in the world, but also has great potential as a marine fish producer. Nevertheless, this potential has not been fully utilized, especially by coastal communities in the border area, including the community of Sangihe Islands District. Many illegal fishing activities conducted by foreign fishermen, especially Filipino fishermen. Are there any factors outside of security that intensify the proliferation of illegal activities in Sangihe? This article discusses the relationship between shifting boat types and fishing technology with the emergence of illegal fishing activities. The hypothesis is that although Sangir fishermen are excellent sailors, their boats and fishing technology is not in line with local customs and culture. This article is based from the research result of “Indonesian sovereignty in Border Area”, case in marine border area. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, FGDs and observations in the district and outer islands as well as utilizing secondary data sources. Shifting types of boats and fishing technology have marginalized Sangir fishermen from their fishing ground, Their role were later taken illegally by Filipino fishermen.