Local Government Community Research Articles

The Impact of Village Fund Allocation on the Economy of Lhokseumawe City

This study aims to investigate the impact of Village Fund allocation on the economy of Lhokseumawe City, Aceh Province, Indonesia. Using both quantitative and qualitative approaches, this research analyzes trends in Village Fund allocation over the past few years through secondary data, and conducts in-depth interviews with relevant stakeholders, such as local government officials, community leaders, and local entrepreneurs. The results of the study indicate that the Village Fund has made a significant contribution to local economic growth, including increasing people's purchasing power, creating new job opportunities, and stimulating investment in certain economic sectors. The Village Fund also promotes the development of basic infrastructure such as roads, irrigation systems, and healthcare facilities, which enhance accessibility and the quality of life for the community. However, this research also identifies challenges in the management and utilization of the Village Fund, such as issues of transparency, accountability, and the sustainability of fund usage. Policy recommendations are needed to improve the effectiveness of Village Fund allocation and ensure its benefits are equitably distributed among all residents of Lhokseumawe City.

Methods and approach to the interdisciplinary and cross-cultural Alaska Arctic Salmon Workshop: critical self-reflections from fisheries scientists

Redistribution and shifting habitat envelopes are impacting organisms across many taxa, which in turn are impacting Indigenous ways of life. In Arctic Alaska, Pacific salmon are known to have occurred for at least a century, but in recent years appear to be increasingly common. With the goal of holistically understanding and describing these changes in a way that equitably considers Indigenous, local, and western knowledge, we share our experience and methodologies in facilitating the Arctic Alaska Salmon Workshop. We share our perspective, approach, and methods as fisheries natural scientists convening this workshop, which included community-based knowledge holders from the Iñupiat communities of Kotzebue, Point Hope, Utqiaġvik, and Kaktovik, and western scientists and researchers from universities, fishery management agencies, and local community government. After briefly discussing some of the workshop highlights, we conclude with four key takeaways: 1) that the process of co-production of knowledge is an ideal towards which we must strive, but acknowledge we may rarely, if ever, fully achieve, 2) pursuit of the ‘good science’ should guide our work, 3) examination and assessment of assumptions should occur early and often, and 4) Anglanikina! Make sure you have a good time, (Yup’ik).

Policy engagement as ‘empowered representation’: democratic mediation through a participatory research project on climate resilience

Background: The article analyses the policy engagement component of a research project on climate resilience in vulnerable communities that took place in Cape Town, South Africa. Conducted in 2022, the engagement included community and stakeholder events in three research sites, and a cross-cutting policy event with municipal officials, held at the end of the project. Importantly, this policy engagement process occurred in a context of political marginalisation, that is, one characterised by low trust, and little meaningful representation or even communication between these vulnerable communities and the city. Aims and objectives: This article examines the impact of policy engagement on political relations between local government and vulnerable communities. Methods: The overall methodology of the article is qualitative, using an illustrative case-study research design to unpack the subjective experiences of both government officials and residents of vulnerable communities. Primary data included many primary documents, direct observation of the engagements and post-event interviews. Findings: First, the engagement process created new ‘invented’ spaces for the representation of community perspectives to the city, and the city’s perspective to the community. Second, the engagement facilitated community self-representation through educating community members to advocate for their ideas in these new invented spaces. Third, this engagement tended to be more constructive and deliberative than polarising and confrontational. Discussion and conclusions: Drawing on the theoretical framework of ‘political mediation’, the policy engagement process is characterised as a positive instance of democratic mediation through ‘empowered representation’, with some specified limitations.

Awareness and use of Plantain Technology in Owan, Ovia North East Local Government of Edo State, Nigeria

The study examined the awareness and use of plantain technology. Owan community in Ovia North east local government of Edo state was purposively sampled due to NIHORT intervention few years ago. The specific objectives considered in the study were socioeconomic characteristics of the respondents, farming activities of respondent’s household, and awareness and utilization of plantain technologies by respondent. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire administered through personal interviews with the respondents and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The result showed that most (60.0%) of the respondents were females, all were married and majority(83.3%) were educated. Also, plantain/banana constituted 83.3% of crops cultivated by the respondents. In the same vein results further showed that most (63.3%) of the respondents were aware of the improved varieties while 16.7% adopted the technology. Majority (73.3%) of the stakeholders that used the technology experience significant increment in the level of production after using NIHORT technology. Year variety was first adopted was found to be significant 0.027at p=0.005. The study concluded that there was low rate of adoption and thus recommended that there should be proper follow up and monitoring after technology has been disseminated to farmers.

Vertically integrated project: uniting teaching, research, and community in favor of sustainability

Purpose Higher education institutions (HEIs) are crucial in sustainable development. To this end, they must infuse sustainability into all their endeavors. This study aims to delve into the unique vertically integrated project (VIP), a project-based learning approach and its impact on students’ skills and the surrounding community. Design/methodology/approach The research design was collaborative, reflecting the spirit of the VIP. Step 1 involved an action research approach, where students and instructors worked closely with municipal representatives to identify challenges and devise solutions for local economic development. In Step 2, students' voices were heard through a survey. Step 3 encompassed presentations in scientific and nonscientific events, capturing the community’s perception as a valuable feedback loop. Findings The authors identified the most effective policies implemented by municipalities that excelled in indices related to the business environment. VIP enhanced students’ soft skills, including critical thinking, teamwork and community spirit. The outcomes of the VIP were effective in identifying public policies aimed at social transformation. Practical implications This study’s findings offer significant insights for HEI managers, guiding them in adopting interdisciplinary pedagogical practices. These practices, in turn, foster sustainable development within both internal and external communities. Furthermore, the empirical study’s focus on improving local community governance can potentially enhance the local business environment. Originality/value Literature emphasizing the social dimension of sustainability in HEIs is scarce, particularly those practices related to teaching, research and extension linked to projects aimed at community sustainability. This study introduces interdisciplinary practices encouraging student involvement in addressing tangible issues and searching for solutions to community problems.

Peran Stakeholder Untuk Mengembangkan Desa Wisata Melalui Industri Kerajinan di Desa Loyok, Kecamatan Sikur

Tourism Villages are increasingly becoming the main focus in developing local tourism in Indonesia. One prominent example is Loyok Village, which is located in Sikur District. This village is known for its unique handicraft industry, such as bamboo weaving. This research examines the important role of stakeholders in supporting and developing the potential of tourist villages through the development of local craft industries. The type of research used in this research is qualitative research and the research approach is case study. The data collection techniques used by researchers are interviews, observation and documentation. In-depth interviews were conducted with various stakeholders, such as local entrepreneurs, village government and local communities involved in the management and development of tourist villages. The data analysis techniques used are data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The research results found that collaboration between various stakeholders is key in improving, marketing, skills training and promoting tourism in Loyok village. Thus, this research provides valuable insights for the development of other tourist villages in Indonesia, especially in the context of managing the craft industry to improve the welfare of local communities and expand tourism attractions. The cooperation and communication that exists between stakeholders is relatively good, thereby speeding up the implementation process of developing the Bamboo Woven Craft Industry.

The need for a whole-of-community, victim-centred approach to mass victimisation incident planning and response

There have been a large number of masscasualty incidents in recent years, including climate change-related disasters, mass shootings, terrorist attacks, transportation accidents and a global pandemic. Communities, families and friends have suffered grief and loss, while nations continue to bear the scars of trauma. Disasters caused by acts with criminality, although necessarily managed by the police for the investigative aspect, must be planned for, and responded to with victim-centred practices by the police, local government and other relevant community stakeholders for the duration of the response and recovery. Inconsistency and confusion over terminology and language in emergency management can lead to a lack of understanding about which stakeholders or agencies should be engaged in, and responsible for different aspects of the planning, preparedness, mitigation and response to a community disaster — regardless of what type of disaster it is, and irrespective of the disaster being caused by a person or persons with ill-intent. This paper discusses how a wholeof- community and victim-centred approach to criminal act disaster response should be applied to support those persons most adversely affected by the incident. It also promotes the application of victim-centred practices to ensure that the needs of victims are regarded ethically, and with compassion following any disaster caused by an act of criminality. The term ‘mass victimisation incident’ will be introduced and applied through a case study.

THE ROLE OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS IN ADVANCING SMART VILLAGES: A RURAL TOURISM CASE STUDY

Recent studies highlight the need for a deeper understanding of the ways in which information systems, local government policy and community involvement affect the development of rural tourism. By using Structural Equation Modelling and Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS), the current study aims to analyze the role of information systems, local government policy and local community engagement in rural tourism development. Using data from 69 participants in Watesjaya village, Bogor regency, the study analyzes multiple relationships among latent constructs. The data, encompassing variables such as system quality, information quality, local government policy, local community engagement, destination branding, and rural tourism development, undergoes meticulous reliability and validity assessments. Results from the SEM-PLS analysis unveil significant relationships and insights. Local community engagement emerges as a pivotal factor, positively influencing tourist satisfaction (0.499) and moderately affecting destination branding (0.239). However, local government policy exhibits a less pronounced positive impact on tourist satisfaction (0.069847) and a notable negative influence on destination branding (-0.300460), underscoring the need for policy realignment. Information quality paradoxically influences tourist satisfaction negatively (-0.185) and destination branding (-0.158), highlighting areas for strategic improvement. Meanwhile, information system quality positively affects tourist satisfaction (0.055) and significantly contributes to rural tourism development (0.783). This study provides a better understanding of stakeholders about rural tourism development by focusing on information system quality, information quality, local government policies, and local community engagement The study indicates that information system quality and local community engagement can be valuable indicators for boosting rural tourism development and improving tourist satisfaction.

Effectiveness of Financing Measures to Reduce Low Emissions in Poland - a Case Study

Local authorities are increasingly facing the challenges of climate change, which requires adaptation of various elements of local government systems, including infrastructure, communities and local economies. Operating in an ever-changing reality, local government units should plan for the necessary sustainable local government investments, with particular attention to structural gaps and financial mismatches. Local government is responsible for ensuring local energy security and thus for 'environmental sustainability'. The overall objective of this study is to assess the effectiveness of financing low-emission lowering measures from the Environmental Protection and Water Management Fund in municipalities in Lubusz Province in 2020. The article uses cause-effect relationship analysis (regression models). Investments implemented by local governments generally have a positive impact on the reduction of low emissions, although the results of the study indicate a negative impact of financing investments in alternative energy sources (RES). This may be related to large investment outlays, as well as difficulties in spatial planning, environmental impact and administrative inefficiency.

Unveiling coastal diversity: An inventory and conservation report of beach forest flora of Surigao del Sur, Philippines

Abstract. Ramos GB, Panduyos JB, Caray RE, Bacquial LS. 2024. Unveiling coastal diversity: An inventory and conservation report of beach forest flora of Surigao del Sur, Philippines. Biodiversitas 25: 421-430. Coastal greenbelts, comprise mangroves and beach forest trees, are pivotal in disaster mitigation and climate change resilience. Despite the evident importance of these coastal ecosystems, they are often overlooked in research due to a lack of comprehensive data on species community structure and their broader ecological importance. Hence, this present study was conducted to document beach forests composition and conservation status in selected coastal municipalities of Surigao del Sur, Philippines. The study was conducted in five sampling locations, namely, La Paz, Bil-at, Balibadon, Poblacion Cagwait and Arangasa Island. At each sampling location, a 2 km transect line, parallel to the beach’s shoreline, was established having a 100 square meter sampling plots spaced 50m apart. Beach species frequency counts, percentages, and diversity indices were quantified. The study documented 27 beach forest species belonging to 21 families and 25 genera with the dominant species being Crinum asiaticum, Cocos nucifera, Millettia pinnata, Timonius compressicaulis, and Terminalia catappa. Both Arangasa Island and La Paz beach forests have the highest species diversity (H’ = 2.04); however, Cagwait has the highest species richness (Margalef = 2.34). This study has potential to significantly contribute in addressing existing data gap regarding beach forest species in the Philippines. With the looming threat of extinction due to infrastructural development and anthropogenic activities, the study's outcomes stand as an urgent call to action; thus, a collaborative endeavor of Local Government Units, academicians, and community for conservation and protection before these species succumb to the threat of extinction.

Socio-demographic Influences to Ethnobotanical Knowledge among the Residents of Mt. Kitanglay at Initao, Misamis Oriental

A descriptive research design was conducted through purposive samplingto document the socio-demographic information in relation to ethnobotanical knowledge among the residents of Mt. Kitanglay, Initao, Misamis Oriental. A participatory community discussion (PCD) was used as the research tool with some modification such as asking the basic socio-demographic information of the participants. Sampling areas were at Brgy. Aluna (S1), Brgy. Kamelon (S2) and Brgy. Tawantawan (S3) in the municipality of Initao. A total of 90 participants composed of mostly elders with experience in herbal medicine healing and treatment. Results show that majority of the participants are females, 40-49 years old, married with 5-7 children, elementary graduate, and farming as main livelihood with family monthly income of Php 9,000 to Php 11,000 and annual income of Php 25,000 to Php 30,000. The data concluded that the residents’ ethnobotanical knowledge is still present among them. However, it shows a relative decline of knowledge among the younger generation due to lack of interest and the presence of available synthetic medicines from local health centers. Hence, there is dire need to increase awareness among local constituents, government and scientific communities for the preservation of medicinal species and the ethnomedicinal knowledge in Mt. Kitanglay at Initao, Misamis Oriental.

STRATEGI PENGEMBANGAN EKOWISATA SEBAGAI UPAYA PENINGKATAN PENDAPATAN PELAKU UMKM DI WISATA HUTAN BAMBU MATADOR, BEKASI

In 2021, Jatirangga Village was designated as one of 125 creative villages assisted by the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy of the Republic of Indonesia (Kemenparekraf RI). The newest concept, Jatirangga Village plans to develop tourism potential in the area, one of which is the matador bamboo forest. The aim of this research is to identify, analyze and formulate an ecotourism development strategy that can increase the income of MSMEs in the Matador Bekasi bamboo forest tourism. The research method was carried out using a qualitative descriptive approach. Data collection was carried out by triangulation, observation, documentation and interviews with tourist attraction managers, MSMEs and tourists. The presence of the Matador Bamboo Forest tourist attraction increases income for MSMEs, although it has not significantly improved the community's economy because the number of visitors is not large. Promotional facilities are lacking and strategies for developing the Matador Bamboo Forest tourist attraction have not been running optimally, which has had an impact on the number of visitors who come. Suggestions that researchers can give for future development include: Tourist attraction managers increasing promotion through social media, local government communities, tourist attraction managers carrying out environmental arrangements and revitalizing facilities and infrastructure to increase interest in visiting Matador bamboo forest tourism, tourist attraction managers and MSMEs receive training and assistance so that the existence of the Matador bamboo forest ecotourism has a significant impact on improving the economy for the surrounding community.
 
 Key words: Strategy, Bamboo Forest Ecotourism, MSMEs, Increasing Income

Strategies for Landslide Disaster Mitigation in Baktiraja’s Tourism Zones, Humbang Hasundutan Regency, Indonesia

Mitigation disaster is very important to develop region in many areas. This study addresses landslide mitigation for tourism development in the Baktiraja District, Humbang Hasundutan Regency. Four parameters, including slope inclination, rainfall, soil type, and land use, reveal four levels of landslide vulnerability: low, moderate, high, and very high. The method in this study used spatial analysis using ArcGIS (Geographic Information Systems) 10.8 identifies Tipang Village, Simangulampe Village, and Marbun Tonga Marbun Dolok Village as areas with the highest vulnerability, covering 77.60% of the Baktiraja District. MSP+DM analysis categorizes the tourism potential in these villages as "Embryonic." To elevate this status to "Growing" and "Self-sustaining," emphasis on improving marketability indicators through enhanced packaging, diverse promotional models, and an extensive marketing network is needed. Sustainable development efforts by the local government and active community participation in preserving local wisdom, natural attractions, and cultural heritage are crucial. Recommendations include regular updates on disaster vulnerability data, establishment of evacuation routes and shelters, early warning systems, and community training. Regulations on open land use for physical development need attention, and the government should allocate budget for tourism infrastructure. Ensuring synergy among the government, local community, and tourism stakeholders is key to sustainable tourism development in this area.

Determinants of Regional Inequality (Literature Review Perspective)

The objectives of this research are to see the factors that influence regional inequality from the perspective of literature studies. The method used in this study is to conduct critical reviews in journals related to regional inequality. Then filtering is carried out through titles and alphabets related to the determinants of regional inequality. the results of this research are expected to be implemented and provide practical solutions in solving the problem of regional inequality in Indonesia. This study will be a reference for all parties, both the government, local government, the legislature, and other wider communities, whether fiscal decentralization and the formation of new regions or regional expansion accompanied by quality spending will be beneficial for the welfare of people in Indonesia or other words regional inequality will be reduced.

New model of sports tourism with sustainable tourism development to increase tourist arrivals in Central Aceh Regency, Indonesia.

This study explores the development and implementation of a new sports tourism product called "Run H2O Ride" as a strategy for sustainable tourism in Indonesia. The research employs a research and development (R&D) methodology, focusing on identifying potential issues, conducting literature reviews, designing the product, validating the design, and undergoing product development. A combination of discussion group forums (FGD) and expert judgment decisions was used to design the new sport tourism model. The effectiveness of the model was assessed through limited product tests, main product tests, and operational product tests involving respondents from the local community and tourists. The results indicate that the "Run H2O Ride" model has been well-received, with positive feedback on its suitability and effectiveness in attracting tourists and enhancing the local economy. The study concludes by recommending further research to refine the model and emphasizes the importance of local government support and community participation in sustainable tourism development. Theoretical implications highlight the significance of sports tourism events in promoting tourism, while practical implications suggest alternative solutions for increasing tourist visits and improving destination image. Policy recommendations for local governments are proposed to adopt and implement sports tourism events, aligning with long-term development plans for regional tourism growth.

Sustainable Aquaculture within Environmental Limits: Environmental Carrying Capacity Assessment for Spatial Aquaculture Areas in Quang Ninh (Vietnam)

Sustainable aquaculture is vital for the aquaculture industry's development. This study focuses on calculating and evaluating the environmental carrying capacity (ECC) of six aquaculture areas within three nautical miles off the coast of Quang Ninh province, Vietnam. We employ the ECC calculation formula that needs collecting and analyzing water samples combined with in-depth interviews with aquaculture households to gather data. The results provide scientific insights for guiding sustainable aquaculture practices, environmental protection, and productivity enhancement. Our findings reveal that Quang Yen aquaculture area boasts the largest potential for aquaculture development, whereas Ha Long City has the smallest potential. To optimize carrying capacity while safeguarding environmental quality, we propose solutions for sustainable aquaculture development. Firstly, policymakers should prioritize centralized planning that considers overall district planning and assesses environmental carrying capacity to ensure sustainable aquaculture practices. Secondly, policymakers must allocate each area to a single farming zone while reserving space for other economic sectors. Thirdly, it is essential to foster collaboration between state management, local government, and coastal communities in Quang Ninh province to enhance aquaculture efficiency while maintaining environmental sustainability. Finally, policymakers should incentivize the adoption of green technologies to promote environmental sustainability in aquaculture operations.

Strengths and Weaknesses of Polish Local Government: Basic Considerations

This article presents both the strengths and weaknesses of the Polish local government structure from a dogmatic and an empirical perspective. On the whole, the establishment of a three-tier local government structure in Poland in 1990 should be assessed positively. This local government is based on constitutional regulation, which sets out the basic principles of its functioning and securing its independence. In a unitary state, the role of local government is reduced to adapting public tasks to local conditions, needs and opportunities. Social participation plays an important role in strengthening local government communities. A weakness of the Polish local government is, however, its insufficient financial independence.

Applying Decision Analysis and System Dynamics Community Governance in the Evaluation of Juvenile Delinquency Prevention Strategies

Abstract From the perspective of juvenile delinquency prevention theory, this paper explores the current situation of juvenile delinquency in rural areas of W County and the mechanism of relevant functional departments in local community governance based on the questionnaire survey method. Then, six juvenile delinquency prevention service programs are selected as the object of evaluation research, and the intelligent decision analysis system of system dynamics is used as the tool of evaluation research to evaluate the six juvenile delinquency prevention programs systematically and comprehensively. The following conclusions were obtained after the analysis. The crime rate of rural youths in County W is as high as 15.8%, with a wide range of crimes. 81.6% of the relevant departments in community governance did not establish rural juvenile records, and about 13% of the departments did not conduct crime prevention training. The Green Clay People Juvenile Crime Prevention Program, which uses social connection theory as a strategy, has an evaluation value of 0.242, and the completion rate of the agreed service indicators specified in the contract is more than 100%. The overall evaluation of the six programs was 87% satisfied. Therefore, the intelligent decision analysis system in this paper has been well applied in the evaluation of juvenile crime prevention strategies, with the progress and development of society, and will occupy an important position in the future for a considerable time.

A Reflection on the Role of Ulama and Community Leaders in Raising Socio-Cultural Capital to Deal with Terrorist Groups in Bukit Jalin, Aceh Besar

The emergence of terrorist groups in the Aceh Province, which is spreading, was revealed after reports from residents and local clerics about armed training carried out by this radical group in Bukit Jalin, Aceh Besar, in September 2009. This terrorism case attracted the attention of the local government and local community. All of this has mainly happened because the expansion of the material world and technology has structured new settings for needs and patterns of life and created fields or jobs (occupations) that are very different from what had developed in the agrarian society in Aceh that was pre-Islamic. -industry. These changes in employment are directly related to economic development in the era of capitalism, which in turn requires investment in capital goods and an increase in the standard of prosperity. As a result, “as the economy develops, the need for skilled workers, technologists, and generally educated people increases almost geometrically”. Thus, what is then witnessed is the continuous adjustment efforts of the traditional and modern world of education into the dynamics of the expansion of the material and technological world. With the emergence of terrorist movements and radical movements that try to offer perspectives and solutions that are based on considerations of violence in addressing the problems of modernity and Indonesianness, it is necessary to play the role of ulama and community leaders who are able to raise socio-cultural capital to deal with the problems of radicalism and terrorism in Aceh/Indonesia in the era of capitalism, in addition to strict law enforcement to eradicate terrorism that threatens our people in Aceh and Indonesia.

ეთნოეკონომიკის ზოგიერთი საკითხი

In the paper, based on a complex analysis of ethnographic materials, interesting issues of ethno-economics are discussed. In particular: The reasons for the beginning of the process of emptying rural settlements, which is still ongoing, but originates from the last quarter of the 19th century; the consequences of rejecting the willing rule of standing next to each other in labor-activity; Integrating modern means of ennobling personal economic and social status ("living affordably") into everyday life. The following are the reasons for the emptying of the countryside and the abolition of traditional farming: 1. neglecting traditional, time-tested approaches to "people's life", farm management; 2. Abolition of traditional local community governance, for example, replacement of the "Makhvshi" institution with "trickster-savvy, salaried" administrators; 3. The gradual replacement of unity, work for each other with the approach "to be mine". We mean that on the way to economic security, the "rule of unselfishness help" was forgotten. 4. "legally recognized" binding relationships that did not take into account human capacity. Replacing the faith-boosting "begar" with "an inappropriate natural tax imposed on you by law"; 5. Forgetting the habit of asking God for "provided happiness". It is revealed that before the government launched various economic programs to raise social welfare, the individual and the community themselves were oriented to get a better life and distribute the "benefit" to their family and external needs. On the basis of complex research, the historical meaning of the terms: "Scream", "Bad Monday", "Letting go" and "Peace", "Begara" is revealed; Also, the name of a better economic condition obtained by "faithful and calculated work" - "comparatively better being". It is worth noting the fact that ethnographic materials once again confirmed the opinions of Georgian economists that physiocratic views were always predominant for the Georgian space, until the consciousness of our population was formed on the basis of national-Georgian morality. This was reflected not only in various types of legislation, but also in literature. Only "The knight in the panther skin" and "Wisdom of Lies" are enough to prove this. However, after the disruption of the Georgian statehood by Tsarist Russia and, later, the Sovietization, the thinking of the citizens of Georgia changed and adapted to the new reality, which should be perceived as an adequate response to the change in environmental conditions. However, historical experience shows that this process had a negative impact on the current situation and future prospects of our country. Before the state took over social and economic functions, the community itself was responsible for the well-being of its members. We may think that in the conditions of the so-called “collective responsibility”, the area of individual responsibility is lost, however, in the case of the community, it was the concern for the well-being of another; by being willing to share the risks associated with the life of a “neighbor” without benefit, a community member insured himself and his family's well-being. As a result, all this, “relatively better living” obtained by “faith and commited work” can be called the “communit’s economy”. Although it was subject to general economic laws, but the moral and social characteristics of local society were highlighted in it, in the formation of which a decisive role ws played by religion and historically formed traditions. The ethno-economy is what we used to describe this situation.