The modernization of Krueng Geukuh port in supporting the special economic zones (Sez) Of Arun Lhokseumawe, Indonesia

• Iskandar Zulkarnaen Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, University of Malikussaleh, 24353 Lhokseumawe, Indonesia
• Jumadil Saputra School of Social and Economic Development, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu, 21030 Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia
• . Fauzi Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, University of Malikussaleh, 24352 Lhokseumawe, Indonesia
• Ella Suzanna Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medical, University of Malikussaleh, 24351 Lhokseumawe, Indonesia
• . Rahmawati Faculty of Economics and Bussiness, University of Malikussaleh, 24353 Lhokseumawe, Indonesi

Palabras clave: Seaport of Krueng Geukuh, Special Economic Zones, Sea Transportation, Economic Development

Resumen

The seaport plays an important role as a vital area beside sea transportation for local, regional, national and international economic, social development and even social changes. Krueng Geukeuh seaport is one of the biggest ports in Lhokseumawe city that can accelerate the economic growth of Lhokseumawe. Of the goal of this study is collecting data from several sources and analyzing using contents analysis. The result of the study indicates that the problem why this port cannot carry out its functions properly is government policies.