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| Launch of the Indonesia Blue Economy Index 2025 by Bappenas and the EU in Jakarta, emphasizing the integration of aquatic food into the national food system. |
The Indonesian Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas) in collaboration with the European Union officially launched the Blue Food Assessment (BFA) and Indonesia Blue Economy Index (IBEI) on Wednesday (August 6, 2025) in Jakarta. This strategic initiative aims to strengthen the country’s blue economy development by integrating aquatic foods into the national food system and measuring sustainable progress in marine sector development.
Minister of National Development Planning/Head of Bappenas, Prof. Dr. Ir. Rachmat Pambudy, M.S., emphasized the importance of the initiative during the launch. “Through BFA and IBEI, we highlight the critical role of aquatic foods as part of food system transformation in Indonesia. These tools offer comprehensive, data-driven metrics to evaluate the performance of the blue economy in a sustainable and inclusive manner,” he stated.
The Blue Food Assessment focuses on identifying and mapping the current state of aquatic food systems in Indonesia, while the Indonesia Blue Economy Index serves as a tool to assess the country’s progress in building a resilient, inclusive, and ecosystem-based blue economy. Both initiatives are the result of collaboration between Bappenas and the European Union, supported by partner institutions such as the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), Stanford University, and Microsave Consulting (MSC).
H.E. Stéphane Mechati, Chargé d’Affaires a.i. of the European Union to Indonesia, expressed his appreciation for the joint effort. “The EU is proud to support Indonesia’s efforts in developing a sustainable and inclusive blue economy through initiatives like the BFA and IBEI. These data-driven tools reflect Indonesia’s strong commitment to evidence-based policymaking, while also supporting marine biodiversity, coastal livelihoods, and food security,” he said. He added that this maritime collaboration will contribute to green growth and global goals on climate and biodiversity.
This launch marks a pivotal moment in Indonesia’s journey toward a more resilient and competitive marine-based economy. Bappenas hopes the results of these assessments will guide stakeholders—from government and businesses to academia and local communities—in accelerating inclusive and sustainable blue economy transformation.