Jakarta, Jan. 31 -- Deputy Minister of Tourism Ni Luh Puspa stressed safeguarding marine ecosystems as the foundation of sustainable, globally competitive Indonesian tourism.

"Indonesia's tourism now prioritizes real contributions to marine protection and local welfare, especially across 10 Priority Destinations and three Regenerative Destinations," she said in a statement here on Saturday.

As the world's largest archipelagic nation, with over 70 percent marine area, Indonesia holds vast marine tourism potential to support inclusive, sustainable growth.

Based on ministry data, Indonesia's marine economy contributed around US$5.9 billion in 2024, she noted.

This progress is seen in strengthened coastal tourism villages, where over two ...