Indonesia, Malaysia Collaborate on Ambalat Border Area
Published on 7.31.25
Indonesia and Malaysia are exploring cooperation in managing their shared border area in Ambalat, with Petronas from Malaysia and Pertamina from Indonesia set to collaborate. Foreign Minister Sugiono stated that both countries recognize the potential of the area and need cooperation to optimize it, particularly in maritime and fisheries sectors. The plan is still in its early stages, with PT Pertamina Hulu Energi expressing readiness to develop the East Ambalat oil and gas block pending government approval.