Marine Pollution in Indonesia and the Regulatory Framework

Abstract

Abstract Oil pollution and marine plastic pollution (MPP) in Indonesian waters have been causing concerns for decades. This article examines the adequacy of the existing Indonesian legislation on oil pollution and MPP consistent with international environmental governance regimes. It is argued that the current Indonesian laws and regulations for dealing with oil pollution and marine debris are inadequate tools to effectively combat the environmental threats from oil pollution and MPP. This article demonstrates the gaps remaining in implementing the relevant legal framework, namely through the rules of a strict liability and MPP, to address marine pollution in Indonesian waters.