Natuna Deputy Regent Jarmin attended the third coordination meeting on the revision of the Riau Islands Provincial Spatial Plan (RTRW) at Graha Kepri in Batam on June 23. The meeting was organized by the Special Committee of the Riau Islands Provincial DPRD and brought together regional stakeholders to discuss proposed changes to the province’s long-term spatial planning framework.
Joined by several heads of regional agencies, Jarmin took part in the discussions to ensure that Natuna’s strategic development priorities are taken into account during the revision process.
Through its proposals, the Natuna Regency Government emphasized the need for a more adaptive and forward-looking spatial plan that can support sustainable economic growth. The proposed adjustments focus on creating greater flexibility in land-use planning, making it easier to accommodate future investment and development opportunities from both the public and private sectors.
A major point raised by the regional government was the management of marine space, which is now integrated into the provincial spatial planning framework. One of the key proposals involves revising coastal zoning around Ranai, which has been designated as a National Strategic Activity Center (PKSN). The area is expected to be developed into a waterfront city that can serve as a new growth hub in the border region.
To support that vision, the government proposed zoning changes that would allow for the expansion of public waterfront areas, including the development and extension of the Pantai Piwang Green Open Space. The proposal includes the possibility of reclamation in selected areas to improve coastal planning and enhance the urban landscape.
The administration believes these measures would not only strengthen coastal management but also help create a more attractive and well-organized urban environment, reinforcing Ranai’s role as a regional center of growth.
The regional government also proposed changing the zoning status of waters surrounding several ports to transportation zones. This is intended to ensure that future port development can proceed without facing spatial planning constraints.
In total, 31 port locations have been proposed for inclusion in transportation zones, covering both existing facilities such as Selat Lampa Port and several planned port developments, including those on Pulau Panjang and Pulau Seluan.
As part of the submission process, the Natuna Regency Government presented a number of supporting technical documents, including a feasibility study prepared by the Indonesian Ministry of Transportation. The study was developed through extensive consultations involving government institutions, local administrations, village authorities, and community representatives.
The government hopes that the comprehensive technical assessments and stakeholder involvement will strengthen the case for accommodating Natuna’s development priorities in the revised provincial spatial plan.
The proposals are currently under review by the Special Committee overseeing the RTRW revision. During the meeting, Jarmin reaffirmed the regional government’s commitment to continuing dialogue and coordination with all relevant parties to ensure that Natuna’s strategic interests remain part of the discussion and can be reflected in the final policy framework for the province’s future development.
RILIS PERS, Number : 0651/PRO_KOPIM/2025
