Jakarta, Oct. 1 -- Indonesia said it is preparing to ratify the International Labour Organization's (ILO) Convention No. 188 on Work in Fishing, part of efforts to safeguard the rights of domestic and migrant fishers.

"This ratification reflects our constitutional obligation to protect crews working on board fishing vessels," Manpower Minister Yassierli said in a joint statement with the ILO in Jakarta on Wednesday.

"This is an opportunity to create lasting impact and leave a legacy that affirms the state's presence for fishing vessel crews," he added.

Adopted in 2007, ILO Convention No. 188 sets minimum standards for working and living conditions in the fishing sector.

The treaty covers conditions of service, accommodation and food, ...