State Defense Strategy In Countering Transnational Organized Crime Threats In Indonesia's Border Regions

Azizah Febriana; Harjo Susmoro; Ansori Zaini

doi:10.55227/ijhess.v6i2.2499

Authors

Azizah Febriana Indonesia Defense University
Harjo Susmoro Indonesia Defense University
Ansori Zaini Indonesia Defense University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55227/ijhess.v6i2.2499

Keywords:

Defense Strategy, National Security, Sishankamrata, Border Region, Transnational Crime

Abstract

Transnational Organized Crime (TOC) poses an existential threat to Indonesia's sovereignty and socioeconomic stability across vulnerable border zones. This study evaluates the capacity of Indonesia’s comprehensive state defense architecture to counter sophisticated transnational illicit networks, including human trafficking, narcotics distribution, and maritime smuggling. Utilizing a qualitative research design combined with critical defense policy analysis, this paper synthesizes national white papers and empirical reports from security institutions. The results indicate that the current border infrastructure suffers from severe synchronization gaps and agency-centric operational doctrines. To bridge these critical operational divides, this study proposes a structural evolution toward an integrated, network-centric total defense posture. The empirical findings strongly demonstrate that reinforcing the Total Defense System (Sishankamrata) through institutionalized joint-interagency task forces and enhanced regional intelligence networks offers the most robust deterrence shield. Ultimately, this research concludes that a multi-layered defense mechanism combining military readiness and institutional synergy is vital to secure national geostrategic interests.

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