NKRI…Non-negotiable!
NKRI…Non-negotiable!
NKRI…Non-negotiable!
Marines of the Indonesian Navy Marine Corps assigned to Satgas Mar Pam Puter XXX conducted a roll call before patrolling the border stakes on Sebatik Island, Nunukan Regency, North Kalimantan.
Satgas Mar Pam Puter XXX proceeded to patrol the border stakes on Sebatik Island.
A number of Indonesian Navy Marine Corps soldiers who are part of the Marine Task Force for Outer Island Security (Satgas Mar Pam Puter) XXX on Sebatik Island, Nunukan Regency, North Kalimantan, shouted loudly before concluding the daily operational duty roll call.
Sebatik Island, as a strategic area, requires special attention due to its direct border with Malaysia.
Sebatik Island, with an area of 452.2 km2, is divided into two parts: the southern part belongs to Indonesia and the northern part is under Malaysia.
Satgas Mar Pam Puter XXX inspected the boundary stakes on Sebatik Island.
Satgas Mar Pam Puter XXX checked the coordinates of the boundary stakes.
Satgas Mar Pam Puter XXX, commanded by Captain (Mar) Ahmad Rizwan, conducts routine patrols along coastal areas and vulnerable points to prevent various cross-border violations such as smuggling, illegal trade, and activities that could potentially threaten Indonesia’s sovereignty.
Amid the dynamics of border community life, the Indonesian Navy Marine Corps soldiers play an important role in maintaining security as well as strengthening the presence of the state in Sebatik as Indonesia’s northern frontier region.
A total of 130 soldiers are always on alert at seven points along the Indonesian territory stretching from the eastern to the western tip of Sebatik Island. These seven points include Tanjung Aru, Sungai Pancang, Sungai Bajau, Sungai Taiwan, Balansiku, Tembaring, and Bambangan.
Satgas Mar Pam Puter XXX carried out a border stake patrol in the waters using a rubber boat on Sebatik Island.
Satgas Mar Pam Puter XXX boarded a fishing boat while conducting a border stake patrol in the waters.
The Indonesia-Malaysia border on Sebatik is marked by 144 boundary stakes. The Indonesian Navy Marine Corps collaborates with Yonkaf 13/SL TNI AD and several units to guard these boundary markers.
During their assignment, the Indonesian Navy Marine Corps guards the entire coastal border. Every entrance and exit, especially at small docks, is tightly controlled with thorough inspection of goods entering or leaving Indonesian territory.
Given the area’s characteristics dominated by waters, the mobility and amphibious operation capabilities of the Marine Corps are advantages in carrying out these duties.
Satgas Mar Pam Puter XXX examined the belongings of fishermen during the border stake patrol.
Satgas Mar Pam Puter XXX inspected the weapons used during the border stake patrol.
The challenges of securing the border area come not only from geographical conditions but also the social dynamics of the local community.
Therefore, a persuasive and humane approach is a vital part of every soldier’s duty so that the community can accept them well.
The presence of the Marine Corps soldiers in Sebatik is not only related to defense and sovereignty but also supports various government programs in the border region.
Satgas Mar Pam Puter XXX checked the cargo carried in an open-back vehicle upon entering Indonesian territory on Sebatik Island.
Marines of the Indonesian Navy Marine Corps hoisted the Red and White Flag in front of a resident's house on Sebatik Island.
Photo & text : M Risyal Hidayat
Marines of the Indonesian Navy Marine Corps assisted residents in raising the Red and White Flag, which was distributed free of charge along the coast of Sebatik Island.
Satgas Mar Pam Puter XXX treated the injured foot of a resident on Sebatik Island.
Editor : Wahyu Putro A
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