Benefits of IMO in The Case of The Montara Oil spill in Indonesian Timor Sea Waters

The Montara oil spill in the waters of the Timor Sea in 2009 caused losses to around 15,000 seaweed farmers in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) and disrupted the marine ecosystem. The Indonesian government in this case adhered to the principle of peaceful dispute resolution and filed a claim and demanded compensation for the impacts caused by the oil spill. In handling this case, Indonesia can utilize the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as the main platform to achieve national interests in the maritime domain. Some of the benefits of Indonesia's involvement in the IMO in the context of this case include capacity building, decision-making, driving cooperation, and global influence. Through continued participation in IMO, Indonesia can be a driver for member states to explore further cooperation potential, intensify information exchange, and develop joint initiatives in maritime risk mitigation. Thus, Indonesia's involvement in IMO can make a significant contribution in handling the Montara oil spill case in the waters of the Timor Sea, as well as strengthening Indonesia's role in global maritime dynamics.