The Implementation of Indonesia's Global Maritime
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THE IMPLEMENTATION OF INDONESIA’S GLOBAL MARITIME FULCRUM VISION IN MILITARY AND POLITICAL ASPECTS UNDER JOKO WIDODO’S ADMINISTRATION IN FACING CHINA’S NINE-DASH LINE CLAIMS IN THE SOUTH CHINA SEA DISPUTE (2014-2016) By LUKY JUNIANSYAH ID no. 016201300086 A thesis presented to the Faculty of Humanities President University In partial fulfillment of the requirements for Bachelor Degree in International Relations Major in Strategic and Defense Studies 2017 THESIS ADVISER RECOMMENDATION LETTER This thesis entitled ‖The Implementation of Indonesia's Global Maritime Fulcrum Vision in Military and Political Aspects under Joko Widodo's Administration in Facing China's Nine-dash Line Claims in the South China Sea Dispute (2014-2016)‖ prepared and submitted by LukyJuniansyah in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor in the School of Humanities has been reviewed and found to have satisfied the requirements for a thesis fit to be examined. I therefore recommend this thesis for Oral Defense. Cikarang, Indonesia, 29th May 2017 Recommended and Acknowledged by, Drs. Teuku Rezasyah, M.A., Ph.D. ii PANEL OF EXAMINER APPROVAL SHEET The Panel of Examiners declare that the thesis entitled ―The Implementation of Indonesia's Global Maritime Fulcrum Vision in Military and Political Aspects under Joko Widodo's Administration in Facing China's Nine-dash Line Claims in the South China Sea Dispute (2014-2016)‖ that was submitted by Luky Juniansyah majoring in International Relations from the Faculty of Humanities was assessed and approved to have passed the Oral Examinations on 2nd June 2017 Drs. Teuku Rezasyah, M.A., Ph.D. Chair – Panel of Examiners Dr. Phil. Reza Alexander Antonius Wattimena, S.S., M. Hum Examiner Bustanul Arifin, BA. IR, M.A. Examiner iii DECLARATION OF ORIGINALITY I declare that this thesis, titled ‖The Implementation of Indonesia's Global Maritime Fulcrum Vision in Military and Political Aspects under Joko Widodo's Administration in Facing China's Nine-dash Line Claims in the South China Sea Dispute (2014-2016)‖ is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, an original piece of work that has not been submitted, either in whole or in part, to another university to obtain a degree. Cikarang, Indonesia, 29th May 2017 Luky Juniansyah iv ABSTRACT LukyJuniansyah,, 016201300001, The Implementation of Indonesia's Global Maritime Fulcrum Vision in Military and Political Aspects under Joko Widodo's Administration in Facing China's Nine-dash Line Claims in the South China Sea Dispute (2014-2016) Advisor: Drs. Teuku Rezasyah, M.A., Ph.D. The South China Sea Dispute is always been an interesting topic since it has such a complex conflict among involved parties. The number of tensions and incidents in the region would become the potential threat to the future of the regional peace and stability. The existence of the United States with its rebalance policy also has brought the competition between major states is increased. The situation is not only involving the claimant states but also non-claimant state. There have been some incidents ensued between claimant state and non-claimant state. China assertiveness in claiming its nine-dash line has threaten the stability of the region. Thus, Indonesia as non-claimant state and ASEAN member states which recently has concern on maritime aspect through its vision to become Global Maritime Fulcrum has prepared the implementation of its foreign policy especially on military and political aspects. The purpose of this research is to analyze the implementation of Indonesia‘s Global Maritime Fulcrum regarding to the issue of the South China Sea dispute. Keywords: South China Sea, China, Nine-dash Line, Foreign Policy, Global Maritime Fulcrum, Free and Active v ABSTRAK LukyJuniansyah,, 016201300001, The Implementation of Indonesia's Global maritime Fulcrum Vision in Military and Political Aspects under Joko Widodo's Administrations in Facing China's Nine-dash Line Claims in the South China Sea Dispute (2014-2016) Advisor: Drs. Teuku Rezasyah, M.A., Ph.D. Sengketa Laut Cina Selatan selalu menjadi topik yang menarik karena memiliki konflik yang kompleks antara pihak-pihak yang terlibat. Jumlah ketegangan dan insiden di wilayah ini akan menjadi potensi ancaman bagi masa depan perdamaian dan stabilitas di regional. Kehadiran Amerika Serikat dengan kebijakan keseimbangan juga telah membawa persaingan antar negara besar meningkat. Situasi ini tidak hanya melibatkan negara pengklaim tapi juga negara yang bukan pengklaim. Ada beberapa insiden yang terjadi antara negara pengklaim dan negara bukan pengklaim. Ketegasan Tiongkok dalam mengklaim garis sembilan putus-putusnya telah mengancam stabilitas kawasan ini. Dengan demikian, Indonesia sebagai negara yang bukan pengklaim dan negara anggota ASEAN yang baru-baru ini memiliki kepentingan terhadap aspek maritim melalui visinya menjadi Global Maritime Fulcrum telah mempersiapkan pelaksanaan kebijakan luar negerinya terutama dalam aspek militer dan politik. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis implementasi visi poros maritim dunia Indonesia terkait dengan masalah perselisihan Laut Cina Selatan dalam kasus klaim Sembilan garis putus-putus Tiongkok. Kata Kunci: Laut Tiongkok Selatan, Tiongkok, Sembilan GarisPutus-Putus, Politik Luar Negeri, Poros Maritim Dunia, Bebas danAktif vi ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Alhamdulillahirobbil 'aalamiin, praise to Allah SWT, because of His mercy and blessings the writer could finish this thesis. Shalawat and salam are given to Prophet Muhammad Shallalahu ‗alahiwassalam because of his guidance that brings enlightenments to our life. I would like to deliver my highest gratitude to: 1. My father, Tedi Irwanto, and my mother, Heni Hernawati they both who always support my education and motivates me to become stronger person in facing any challenges in my life. Thank you for everything Ma, Pa, I am proud to have parents like you. Thank you to my little brothers, Gilang Ilhamsyah, Daffa Dhya‘ul Haq, and my one and only little sister, Hilma Fauzyah who are always coloring my life and cheering me up in my worst situation. I would like to say thank you also to all my family, especially to my Grandma who has been living in peace there, I hope I can be the one that you are expected to be. 2. Mr. Teuku Rezasyah, M.A., Ph.D., my thesis adviser who is always be patient in guiding me to finish my thesis, only the word of "Best" that can explain who he is in my journey as bachelor student. Besides that, I also say thank to Mr. Bustanul Arifin as my second thesis advisor that always be patient in responding my inquiries and also best friend in discussion issues in International Relations. I also would like to say thank you to all International Relations lecturers especially Prof. Anak Agung Banyu Perwita that has guided me so well. Mr. Hendra Manurung as the Head of International Relations study program. 3. All of my friends in IR batch 2013. Besides that, to all Squad of Kostan Hijau Berseri (Andri, Richard, Jonathan, Achong, and Andi) who have already been my best friends for almost 4 years. Especially my roomate Danar Hafidz Wardhana as the one I could rely on. In addition also to my F-2 kostan friends vii as well who is willing to accept me in their room to live in, especially M. Akbar Charisma who is always pushing me to do my thesis. Also I would like to thank to Christoporus Rudi Dewa and his partner Dwini Fernanada. In addition, thank you to my Sundanese friend, Gilang and Edginawan Hadendi who always help me and support me as well. 4. The one who is always supporting and reminding me every day, Taufiqah Nur Hidayah. I would like to say thank you and bear in mind that I treasure you so well. You are truly my life support. 5. My best family, President University Model United Nations Club (PUMUN) that has been developed me and be the best home that I have ever lived in. My special thank you goes to Lidya who has trusted me to be given the mandate as your deputy and Secretary General of President Model United Nations. 6. Mr. Rahman Ibrahim the Deputy Assistant of sea and air border of BNPP. Thank you also to my junior Trisakti Sultan who has bridged me to meet him. Thank you to Jonathan Davy, the one who saves me from this confusion. I highly appreciate your help in giving me path to finish my thesis. Thank you also to Gabriel Partogi as the person I consult about my thesis. 7. My most important second family in President University, CHIRO FANS CLUB‖ my special thanks goes to Lanny Surya Alfiani who always support me even give me silver lining when I am stuck with any problems, and thank you for the laptop when my laptop is broken during I am doing my thesis. Maria Anggita, Mustika Nagari, Fadli Sitompul, Purti Santoso, Lutfan Hasby, Rian Akbary, Lindie Rutry, Alex Pahlevi, Didis, Tika, Alessandro Adikara, Elroy Yona, Dharma Satrya, Afdhal Aulia, and Jonathan Damanik. Cikarang, 29th May, 2017 Luky Juniansyah viii TABLE OF CONTENT Contents THESIS ADVISER ............................................................................................................... ii RECOMMENDATION LETTER ......................................................................................... ii PANEL OF EXAMINER APPROVAL SHEET ................................................................... iii DECLARATION OF ORIGINALITY ................................................................................. iv ABSTRACT ........................................................................................................................