Sea Defense Strategy the Indonesian Navy in Dealing with the South China Sea Conflict

Abstract

Several countries have implemented the diplomacy model using second track diplomacy in solving various problems. With the dynamics of global, regional, and national strategic environmental conditions, the second track diplomacy model is a step that considered to be effective and efficient in finding solutions in every problem between countries. The Indonesian Navy, which, according to Kent Booth, has one of its functions in carrying out diplomacy, has carried out several diplomatic steps. As an archipelago that has land and sea borders with ten neighboring countries, to prioritize this second track diplomacy model is necessary. Considering the vast territory of Indonesia's territorial sea, a method of maritime defense strategies can apply this diplomacy model. In writing this article, the author uses a literature study by gathering various information from various sources, then the theory used in conducting discussions and analysis with the theory of Barry Buzan. This article concludes an input and recommendations for policymakers to prioritize second track diplomacy in solving various existing problems, especially in Indonesia's sea border region with neighbor in countries.