Docs by the Sea (DBTS) is an annual international documentary lab and forum based in Indonesia, dedicated to empowering Asian filmmakers through film labs and pitching forums. Initiated in 2017 by In-Docs and the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy of the Republic of Indonesia (formerly BEKRAF), DBTS aims to cultivate creative documentary projects from Asia towards international collaboration and distribution opportunities. The program includes intensive development labs and pitching sessions where filmmakers present their projects to industry representatives, with alumni projects gaining acceptance at numerous international forums and festivals.