March 2026 – The Provincial Government of Maluku and the Blue Alliance Indonesia Foundation have entered a landmark, long‑term co‑management agreement to strengthen the protection and sustainable use of 1.5 million hectares of marine conservation areas in one of the world’s most biodiverse seascapes.
Signed on 12 February 2026, the agreement establishes a long-term exclusive partnership for the collaborative management of six conservation areas and associated conservation impact zones (OECMs):
- Romang MPA
- Damer MPA
- Tanimbar MPA
- South Buru MPA
- Kur Tayando Tam MPA
- Lucipara MPA
This partnership marks a major step forward in advancing effective, financially sustainable management across Maluku’s marine protected areas.
Ecological Significance
Part of the Coral Triangle and the 50 Reefs Initiative, Maluku sits within a globally important marine biodiversity hotspot, hosting coral reefs, fisheries, and ecosystems that underpin regional food security and climate resilience. Effective long‑term management of these 1.5 million hectares will help:
- Regenerate coral reef biodiversity
- Strengthen ecosystem resilience to climate pressures
- Protect ecosystem services that sustain coastal livelihoods
A Long‑Term Commitment
Working alongside communities, government partners, and supporters we will focus on conserving biodiversity, strengthening local livelihoods, and enhancing regional economic opportunities. Our model is built for permanence. The conservation area develops its own financial engines — from sustainable fisheries to blue carbon. Donor support becomes the spark, not the fuel and over time, the ecosystem — and the economy around it — becomes the perpetuity.
This agreement marks the beginning of a sustained effort to secure the future of Maluku’s critical seascapes. Regenerating the ocean at scale – for people and nature. Blue Alliance expresses its gratitude to all partners and donors whose support has made this milestone possible.
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“Regenerating the ocean at Scale – For People and Nature.”
