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Distribution of Subsidized Fuel for Fishermen in The Utilization of Maritime Potential in Bintan Regency Riani, Elyza; Oktalina, Yossi
Journal of Maritime Policy Science Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): April, 2025
Publisher : Center for Maritime Policy and Governance Studies. Universitas Maritim Raja Ali Haji. Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31629/jmps.v2i1.7164

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Bintan Regency, an area with abundant maritime resources, heavily depends on the fisheries sector for its economic development, with a significant portion of the population working as fishermen. However, the full utilization of maritime potential in this region remains suboptimal, primarily due to limited access to subsidized fuel, a vital resource for fishing operations. Fuel subsidies have long been a financial and logistical challenge in Indonesia, exacerbated by declining domestic oil production and increasing reliance on imports. This study aims to investigate the impact of fuel subsidy distribution on fishermen’s livelihoods and the broader maritime economy in Bintan Regency. Using a qualitative research approach, data were collected through structured interviews with fishermen, local authorities, and maritime experts, as well as through analysis of secondary data from policy documents and academic sources. The findings indicate that while fuel subsidies are intended to alleviate the economic burden on fishermen, implementation inconsistencies, inadequate infrastructure, and bureaucratic hurdles have hindered their effectiveness. Many fishermen still rely on traditional tools and face high operational costs due to limited access to subsidized diesel, resulting in reduced income and economic insecurity. To address these issues, the Bintan Regency government has proposed increasing the quota of subsidized fuel and introducing digital systems such as fuel cards to improve distribution transparency.
Maritime Security and Drug Threats in the Border Waters of Bintan Regency: The Perspective of the Bintan Resort Police Riani, Elyza; Oktalina, Yossi
Journal of Maritime Policy Science Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): August, 2025
Publisher : Center for Maritime Policy and Governance Studies. Universitas Maritim Raja Ali Haji. Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31629/jmps.v2i2.7436

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Bintan Regency, located in Indonesia’s Riau Islands Province, occupies a strategic maritime position adjacent to Singapore and Malaysia, making it a vital yet vulnerable zone for transnational narcotics trafficking. The geographical characteristics of extensive coastlines, scattered small islands, and numerous unofficial ports provide opportunities for smugglers to exploit weak surveillance and limited enforcement capacity. This study aims to analyze the strategies, challenges, and institutional coordination of the Bintan Resort Police (Polres Bintan) in combating maritime-based narcotics smuggling. Using a qualitative descriptive method, data were collected through in-depth interviews, direct observation, and documentation studies, then analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model with triangulation for validation. The findings reveal that the Polres Bintan plays a crucial role in early detection and prevention through routine patrols, intelligence sharing, and coordination with the Navy, Customs, and BNN. However, enforcement remains constrained by limited personnel, only two patrol vessels, and the absence of an integrated maritime surveillance system. Inter-agency coordination is still fragmented due to overlapping authority and the lack of formal legal frameworks. Moreover, socio-economic vulnerabilities within coastal communities increase local involvement in smuggling networks. The study concludes that sustainable maritime security requires strengthening institutional synergy, enhancing technological capacity, and empowering communities as active partners in surveillance. A unified maritime governance framework is essential to transform Bintan from a vulnerable transit hub into a resilient maritime border zone for Indonesia’s narcotics control strategy.
Examining the Effectiveness of Education Policy: A Case of Educational Assistance in Bintan Regency, Kepulauan Riau Riani, Elyza; Septiawan, Armauliza; Yudiatmaja, Wayu Eko
Journal of Science and Education (JSE) Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): Journal of Science and Education (JSE)
Publisher : CV. Media Digital Publikasi Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58905/jse.v6i2.739

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This study aims to examine the effect of education assistance policies on education quality. A quantitative approach using a regression model was used. Education assistance budget data was obtained from Bintan Regency for 2014–2025. Data on education quality indicators were obtained from the Bintan Regency Central Statistics Agency. The analysis was conducted using multiple linear regression across two models: Model 1 for the elementary school level and Model 2 for the junior high school level. The results showed that the amount of education assistance allocation had a significant effect on education development but did not have a substantial impact on literacy rates, gross enrollment rates, or net enrollment rates. At the junior high school level, the regression model was not significant, and no variables were found to be partially significant. These findings indicate that educational assistance improves educational quality only at the elementary school level. This study emphasizes the importance of evaluating education assistance policies to make them more effective in improving educational quality.