Public Lecture with PSDKP: Drs. Halid K. Jusuf, MPA Discusses Vital Maritime Regulations

Bengkulu, November 18, 2025 – The Marine Science Study Program/Faculty of Agriculture of the University of Bengkulu successfully hosted a Public Lecture focusing on law enforcement and regulations within Indonesian waters. The event featured a key speaker from the Directorate General of Surveillance of Marine and Fishery Resources (PSDKP), Drs. Halid K. Jusuf, MPA. In his comprehensive presentation, he addressed various critical regulations that must be adhered to by all maritime stakeholders—from fishermen and fishery industry players to researchers—to ensure that the utilization of marine resources proceeds under the principles of sustainability and legality. The public lecture aimed to equip students and academics with in-depth knowledge of the applicable legal framework, including sanctions and surveillance mechanisms against illegal fishing practices (Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing or IUU Fishing).

The presence of Drs. Halid K. Jusuf, MPA, an expert in surveillance, was enthusiastically welcomed by participants, including students, lecturers, and representatives from relevant agencies. The discussion session was highly interactive, with participants actively posing questions about the latest challenges in surveillance, the utilization of satellite technology for monitoring, and the PSDKP’s role in maintaining national maritime sovereignty. Through this academic collaboration with the PSDKP, the University of Bengkulu is committed to producing graduates who not only master marine science and technology but also possess a high awareness of regulatory and legal aspects, thereby preparing them to become agents of change in the sustainable governance of Indonesia’s marine and fishery resources.