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MTCRC Facilitates Korea–Indonesia Dialogue to Strengthen Blue Food Capacity and Marine Technology Cooperation
🗓️ 21 October 2026 👤Korea-Indonesia MTCRCÂ
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South Korea, October 2026 — The Korea–Indonesia Marine Technology Cooperation Research Center (MTCRC) organized a Korea Visit program in October 2026 under the theme “Intergovernmental Dialogue and Visiting Related Organizations for Strengthening Blue Food Capacity.” The program aimed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in marine science and technology, explore strategic opportunities in the blue food sector, and promote knowledge exchange between Indonesia and South Korea.
The program brought together representatives from Indonesia’s Coordinating Ministry for Food Affairs, as well as deans, lecturers, and students from Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) and Universitas Padjadjaran (UNPAD). Through a series of institutional visits and discussions with South Korean government representatives, particularly the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries (MOF), the delegation explored the achievements of eight years of bilateral cooperation and identified opportunities to expand collaboration into other strategic areas of mutual interest, including blue food development and maritime technology.
The Korea Visit program featured a series of meetings and technical visits to key Korean institutions and facilities. The delegation visited Aqua Ecofarm to learn about the implementation of smart eco-farming systems for salmon production, providing insights into the application of innovative aquaculture technologies to support sustainable and efficient seafood production.
The delegation also met with the President of the Korea Institute of Ocean Science and Technology (KIOST) to discuss ongoing cooperation and potential future collaboration in marine science and technology. In addition, discussions on cold chain technology in South Korea provided an opportunity to explore approaches to improving seafood handling, storage, and distribution, which are essential for strengthening the blue food value chain.
A key component of the visit was the meeting with South Korea’s Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries to conduct the 9th Joint Committee on Marine Science and Technology in Indonesia. The discussion reaffirmed the importance of maintaining the existing cooperation and the development of future joint initiatives.
The delegation further visited a KIOST aquaculture pilot project that integrates scientific knowledge, environmental considerations, and economic feasibility. The project offered valuable insights into approaches that balance aquaculture productivity with environmental sustainability and long-term economic viability. The visit also included an opportunity to observe KIOST’s research vessel facilities, highlighting the role of marine research infrastructure in supporting scientific research, technological development, and collaborative marine surveys.
The program concluded with a shared commitment to continue strengthening Korea–Indonesia cooperation in marine science and technology. Both countries recognized the potential to expand collaboration into strategic areas such as blue food, smart aquaculture, and cold chain technology, building on the existing institutional partnership and the experience gained through eight years of bilateral cooperation.
Through this initiative, MTCRC reaffirmed its role as a platform for facilitating intergovernmental dialogue, connecting research institutions and universities, and supporting the development of practical cooperation between Indonesia and South Korea. The outcomes of the Korea Visit are expected to contribute to future joint activities that advance marine science and technology while supporting sustainable blue food development and strengthening the maritime sectors of both countries.
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