South China Sea

Indonesia boosts South China Sea security ahead of energy project

Oil and gas development near Natuna Islands could spur tension with China

KOYA JIBIKI, Nikkei staff writer
January 24, 2023 01:22 JST

JAKARTA -- Indonesia is working to secure its political interests around the Natuna Islands in the South China Sea as the country aims to begin development of oil and natural gas for future exports.

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