Core Insights - The Ministry of Natural Resources' Third Institute of Oceanography has established a collaborative network for marine ecological protection and sustainable development in North Sulawesi, Indonesia, focusing on scientific research, technology promotion, and public education [1][2] Group 1 - A delegation led by Du Jianguo, Deputy Director of the Marine Sustainable Development Research Center, visited multiple marine-related institutions in Indonesia to discuss biodiversity, ecological connectivity, and sustainable development [1] - The initiative aims to create a multi-level cooperation network that integrates 15 years of past collaborations between China and Indonesia, involving local governments, universities, research institutions, and industry [2] - This collaboration marks a transition from bilateral cooperation to regional synergy in marine ecological protection and sustainable development policies [2]