Batam, Riau Islands, April 23 -- The Indonesian Maritime Security Agency (Bakamla) maintains maritime security and safety through three types of patrols, including cross-border cooperation to strengthen cooperation in the Southeast Asian maritime region.

In addition to independent patrols, which are conducted throughout the year, Bakamla is conducting collaborative patrols with domestic agencies such as the Indonesian Navy, the Maritime and Shipping Surveillance Unit (KPLP), the Indonesian National Police (Polri), as well as Customs and Excise, and Immigration.

Bakamla Head Rear Admiral Irvansyah stated that these joint patrols are conducted regularly every year across all zones, from the west, central, and east.

"Because we realize th...