Indonesia Tuna Fisheries Building Equity & Protecting Ocean Health

Indonesia is a global leader in tuna fisheries and the world's largest producer of tuna, accounting for at least 15% of global output. Most of this catch is produced by small-scale fishers, who make up about 97% of Indonesia's tuna fishing fleets across the country’s 17,000 islands. This complexity can create concerns regarding maintaining traceability and compliance while also managing for social equity. Indonesia’s tuna fisheries could serve as a model for sustainable and equitable management, supporting local coastal communities and food security, while also satisfying global demand for high-quality tuna products.

This session, hosted by the Indonesia Tuna Consortium—a coalition of five organizations dedicated to coordinated fisheries management and the development of a sustainable Tuna Harvest Strategy—will examine how Indonesia is creating a sustainable and equitable fisheries model that empowers fishers and coastal communities, while also aligning with conservation goals and global standards for sustainability and product quality. Representatives from Indonesia’s tuna industry, government, and non-profits will showcase their collaborative efforts and innovations to support fishing communities, conserve tuna stocks, and meet the growing demand for both sustainable and ethically sourced tuna.

Speakers will share how they are increasing product quality by building stronger supply chains and supporting cold chain solutions, improving traceability with e-logbooks and other tools, and boosting compliance with implementation of new technologies and AI tools that enhance data collection from catch to export and support the sustainable management of fisheries. Indonesia's collective and community-based fisheries management exemplifies a sustainable approach that promotes social equity and strengthens supply chain resilience, aligning with the growing demands of socially aware consumers.

Moderator: Thilma Komaling, Strategic Lead, Indonesia Tuna Consortium

Speakers:

• Kai Garcia-Neefjes, Indonesian Program Lead, IPNLF
• Jaz Simbolon, Director, MDPI
• Abrizal Ang, Chairman, Association of Pole and Line and Handline Indonesia (AP2HI)
• Miftah Farid, Director, Indonesia Ministry of Trade

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