THE DEVELOPMENT OF PT DSLNG AS A JOINT VENTURE COMPANY BETWEEN INDONESIA, JAPAN, AND SOUTH KOREA IN CONTRIBUTING TO INDONESIAN NATIONAL INTEREST IN THE ENERGY SECTOR (2015-2019)

Abstract

PT DSLNG (Donggi-Senoro LNG) is a joint venture company between Indonesia, Japan, and South Korea that operates in LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) sector. DSLNG project is established on the basis of mutually beneficial relations between the countries involved. The development of this project, which is engaged in the energy sector, is considered beneficial for Indonesia in achieving the national interest in this field. This research is important to make sure that the involvement of foreign parties in this Indonesian mega LNG project brings positive benefits for the development of national energy sector. The area of this research covers the role of Japan and South Korea in DSLNG project, the achievements of DSLNG project during the implementation, and how the development of this project contributes to Indonesian national interest in the energy sector. This research draws upon secondary data sourced from official documents of PT DSLNG as a research object, as well as books, journals, reports, and news media. This study found that the development of PT DSLNG as a joint venture company between Indonesia, Japan, and South Korea has contributed to Indonesian national interest in the energy sector. Therefore, it is important to maintain the positive performance of this company in order to strengthen its existence as an effective tool in achieving strategic benefits to improve Indonesian energy sector, especially LNG field.