| 英文摘要 |
The South China Sea region is embroiled in escalating complexity, with tensions often making headlines in international media. Despite efforts such as the Code of Conduct agreed upon between China and ASEAN states, the sustainability of security remains uncertain, with each country pursuing its own policies. Indonesia, a non-claimant state in the South China Sea, faces recurring clashes with China, particularly in the North Natuna area, where territorial waters intersect with China’s expansive nine-dash line. This thesis, titled ’’The Indonesia Legal Perspectives and Political Economy Interests in the South China Sea,’’ delves into the intersection of international law and Indonesian economic politics shaping policies in the region. Through an extensive literature review and analysis of state responses to the South China Sea dispute, this study utilizes qualitative descriptive methods to examine relevant data. The analysis affirms Indonesia’s firm stance on sovereignty over the northern Natuna Sea, rooted in the principles of the 1982 UNCLOS. Additionally, it highlights Indonesia’s nuanced political-economic position, indicating that despite maritime boundary violations by China, Indonesia has maintained a constructive relationship, evidenced by significant Chinese investments in the country. |