Local Government Strategies Research Articles

Fragile Futures: How Socioeconomic Factors Shape Severe Wasting in Toddlers

This study examines the influence of socioeconomic factors on the prevalence of wasting among toddlers in Boyolali Regency during 2014–2023. Despite improvements in economic indicators such as Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) and per capita income, progress in reducing wasting has lagged behind neighboring areas. Using multiple linear regression analysis, the study investigates the relationship between GRDP, poverty, food prices, per capita income, and the number of children on severe wasting rates. The study uncovers that poverty and food prices have a significant positive impact on wasting, while per capita income has a significant but negative impact, suggesting that increased income worsens wasting due to inequality and shifting consumption priorities. Whereas, GRDP and the number of children show no significant relationship with wasting. The study concludes that poverty and food prices require targeted interventions to address inequality and promote nutrition education. Policy implications include improving social assistance programs and enhancing access to quality food. This research contributes to understanding socioeconomic determinants of malnutrition and supports local government strategies to improve child nutrition.

Effective Local Government Strategies for Addressing Crime Hot Spots

Police-led crime prevention initiatives at crime hot spots can be effective, but they come with limitations. The police do not have the tools to deal with all the complex risk factors that create crime hot spots and some of the tools they do have can potentially damage community trust. There are many effective strategies that local governments can implement to reduce or prevent crime at hot spots that don’t rely solely on police expertise. These include increasing guardianship, changing the physical environment, changing or enforcing policies and rules, and strengthening the capacity for community problem-solving. It is imperative for local governments to help promote and build capacity for diagnosing the crime problem(s) at hot spots and understanding the specific local conditions that contribute to the crime at these locations.

Authority of Local Governments in Emergency Conditions in Banten Province

To accelerate the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, the government implemented Large-Scale Social Restrictions (PSBB) and the Enforcement of Community Activity Restrictions (PPKM) to reduce community activities to suppress the spread of the virus. However, the implementation of this policy presents challenges, especially related to the authority of the local government in Banten Province and the strategies used in the emergency condition. This research uses McMahon's theory of authority, which divides authority into three categories: expert authority, promise authority, and cooperate authority. Local government strategies are analyzed using the SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) approach. This research is qualitative with a descriptive method. Data was obtained through observation triangulation, interviews, and document review, and analyzed using the Miles and Huberman method which included data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawn. The results of the study show that the authority of local governments in the conditions of PSBB/PPKM is very limited because they must obtain permission from the Ministry of Health and follow the provisions set by the central government. The strategies implemented include: (1) Strength-Opportunity, by utilizing the support of other parties and increasing public awareness; (2) Weakness-Opportunity, in the form of strengthening policy control through cooperation with the TNI/Polri and cross-sector coordination; (3) Strength-Threat, educating the public and meeting basic needs during PSBB/PPKM; and (4) Weakness-Threat, tightening policies and licensing to increase public compliance. This strategy is designed to optimize the role of local governments in dealing with emergency conditions.

STUDI TATANAN TERITORIAL PADA RUANG HUNIAN PARA PENGRAJIN PERAK DI CELUK, SUKAWATI

This research explores the territorial transformation in the residential spaces of silver artisans in Celuk Village, Sukawati, Gianyar, Bali, an area undergoing changes amidst a decline in the number of traditional silver craftsmen. The study aims to understand how socio-economic dynamics and urbanization affect residential spaces and silver crafting practices. This research employs a territorial analysis approach to evaluate changes in demographics, economics, and migration patterns of artisans and to map how these factors interact with the traditional values and cultural identity of the artisan community. The study's findings are expected to provide strategic insights for the preservation efforts of silver craftsmanship in Celuk, highlighting the need for more inclusive and sustainable urban planning. This research also investigates the shift from traditional workshop spaces to commercial spaces, offering insights into how adaptations to market demands and economic trends impact the lives and work of the artisan community. These overall findings are crucial to supporting local government strategies and stakeholders in promoting the sustainability of the silver craft industry while preserving the rich cultural heritage of Celuk Village. The results reveal that most houses originally used as silver workshops have been repurposed into other businesses, such as general commercial enterprises and banks. This indicates significant economic diversification, with around 46.67% of the houses that were previously silver shops now converted to other uses. Economic factors, such as the declining demand for silver products, are the primary reasons for this change.

Local Government Strategies in Improving the Quality of Human Resources Managing Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (UMKM) in the Digital Era in Palembang City

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises or MSMEs are an important component of the community's economy, especially in Palembang City. The study aims to analyze the supporting and inhibiting factors and the strategy model of the Palembang City regional government in improving the quality of human resources in the MSME sector in the digital era. The research method used is descriptive qualitative. Inhibiting factors include the implementation of HR training time that is not yet synchronized and optimal, tight MSME competition, difficult access to capital, Supporting factors include good communication between the Palembang City Government and MSME actors. The use of digitalization has become an obligation for MSMEs to introduce products globally. Making policies to support the sustainability of MSMEs. The policy model in the strategy for improving the quality of human resources for MSME managers is the role of the local government as a driver and mentor for MSME operational management.

Seasonal Inter-comparison of Fine Particulate Matter (PM<sub>2.5</sub>) Over Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

The seasonality of meteorology significantly influences the distribution of atmospheric pollution that have harmful effect on human, environment and economy. Similarly, Ethiopia has erratic seasons, this can impact air pollution. Thus, this study focused on intercomparison of PurpleAir PM<sub>2.5 </sub>measurement at Addis Ababa city. The existing data processed by R software. Accordingly, the finding show that, during the rainy season, PM<sub>2.5 </sub>levels exhibit a consistent pattern with concentrations peaking in the early night and reaching their lowest at midday. At Black Lion Hospital (BLH), peak concentrations extend to midday due to <i>due to heavy traffic and cross-sectional jams to travel commercial areas</i>. In contrast, during the semi-rainy and dry seasons, PM<sub>2.5 </sub>levels peak in the early morning and decrease by midday. Hourly variations in PM<sub>2.5 </sub>concentrations could be influenced by factors such as temperature inversion, wind, relative humidity, and solar intensity, alongside transportation and industrial activities. Analysis reveals that a significant proportion of the seasonal hourly mean trend during the rainy season, vary in between 30 µg/m3 to 50 µg/m3 of the hourly data while 15 µg/m3 to 40 µg/m3 of data in both the semi-rainy and dry seasons also surpass these guidelines. Despite the general reduction in pollution levels due to rain, the rainy season still contributes to elevated PM<sub>2.5 </sub>concentrations, posing substantial risks to human health, the environment, and development activities. The monthly mean pattern further highlights a peak in PM<sub>2.5 </sub>concentrations during the rainy season, underscoring the complex dynamics of air quality. This finding emphasizes the need for targeted strategies to manage pollution throughout the year. The finding suggest that, expand air quality monitoring, and reduce traffic emissions, strengthen industrial regulations and increase public awareness. It may relevance for air quality management strategies for local and regional governments.

11.D. Scientific session: Participatory approaches and co-creation in complex interventions to reduce inequity in health

Abstract The escalating challenges posed by climate change and rapid urbanization demand an integrated understanding of how our natural and built environments influence health outcomes. This workshop aims to dissect the complex associations between the environment-both natural and constructed-and physical and mental health. The urgency and breadth of these issues necessitate a multidisciplinary approach, leveraging insights from environmental science, public health, and urban planning. The primary objective of this workshop is to elucidate the multifaceted relationships between environmental conditions and health, identifying actionable strategies to mitigate adverse health outcomes and enhance well-being. Specific goals include: i) to assess the current scientific evidence linking various environmental factors with health, highlighting the role of climate change; ii) to explore innovative methodologies for studying environmental impacts on health; and iii) to foster collaboration among researchers, policymakers, and practitioners for integrated health and environmental planning. Organizing this workshop presents several unique added values. First, it serves as a platform for experts from diverse fields to share findings and refine research methodologies. Second, by synthesizing current knowledge, the workshop will inform more coherent and science-based public health and urban policy. Lastly, it could facilitate networking among stakeholders, fostering collaborations that bridge gaps between research and policy implementation. The workshop is structured to ensure thematic coherence and maximally beneficial interactions among participants. Presentations will be grouped into four thematic blocks: 1. effects of climate change on health; 2. healthy design and public mental health; 3. Planetary health challenges to human health; 4. Climate change perception and mental health. During the workshop, each speech will be built on the previous one in a sequential way. At the end of the workshop, audience members could join the discussion offering their point of view and directly interacting with the speakers. This workshop stands as a crucial endeavor to integrate diverse perspectives on how environmental conditions impact health and to catalyze significant strides in public health and urban planning. It promises to not only advance scientific understanding but also to translate this knowledge into practical, scalable solutions for health resilience in our communities. Key messages • Urban health is foundational for sustainable cities, integrating health into all policies ensures inclusive, safe, resilient communities as outlined in SDG 11. • Public health influenced by environmental and local government strategies highlights the need for multidisciplinary approaches to adapt urban planning and health policies.

Strategic dynamics of local governments in regional collaborative governance: An evolutionary game theory analysis of haze pollution response in the Fen-Wei Plain, China

Regional collaborative governance has become a key strategy for environmental protection, especially in reducing transboundary pollution transfer. This study, set against the backdrop of environmental governance in China's Fen-Wei Plain, employs evolutionary game theory to deeply analyze the strategic choices of local governments in managing haze pollution. We developed a model incorporating 14 key variables to systematically explore the emission reduction strategies of local governments under various policy environments. Through numerical simulations, we not only validate the effectiveness of the model but also focuses on how incentives and punishments from the central government influence the stability of local governments adopting a “strict enforcement” strategy. We find that appropriate incentives from the central government can significantly enhance the tendency of local governments to choose a “strict enforcement” strategy for emission reduction. Under certain conditions, whether adopting “strict enforcement” or “superficial enforcement,” both can lead to an Evolutionarily Stable Strategy (ESS). Moreover, the intensity of rewards and penalties from the central government and the benefits of collaborative governance by local governments are key factors determining the stability of strategies. Our findings underscore the importance of establishing performance-oriented incentive mechanisms, refining reward and punishment measures, and focusing on sustainable and adaptable governance strategies. The strategic recommendations provided by this study offer important guidance for balancing incentives and punishments, thereby stimulating local government enthusiasm for governance, which supports high-quality environmental protection and sustainable development goals.

Government Strategy to Increase the Productivity of MSMEs in Bumi Aji Village, Batu City

MSMEs in the national economy have a role as the main actors in economic activities. Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) as a concrete player in the people's economy feel a strategy to be developed, because this sector is able to provide employment opportunities that are able to absorb the expected high workforce. The aim of this research is to examine local government strategies in increasing the productivity of MSMEs in Bumi Aji village, Batu city. The research method used in this research uses an exploratory descriptive type with a qualitative approach. The results of the research are the Petama Department of Small and Medium Enterprise Cooperatives and the Department of Industry and Trade which are the technical implementers in empowering MSMEs for processed mangoes. Second Resource development. Third, capital facilitation, fourth, expanding market access, fifth, facilitation of establishment permits, sixth, capital facilitation for MSMEs is regional bank loans, apart from that there are several other facilities, namely through the provision of Working Capital Credit, CSR. The strategy to expand market access is carried out, among others, through exhibition events at local, regional and national levels, printed (and electronic) media as well as the implementation of regulations regarding the requirements for establishing a mini market business, there must be five local MSME products. The next strategy is for the Batu City Government to provide socialization about the GAH MSME partnership. for all business information. Eight strategies for improving MSMEs in Batu City by creating an electronic catalog is a system in the form of lists, types, technical specifications, prices of goods, which are set out in a list and are easily accessible digitally

MPLEMENTATION OF THE STUNTING REDUCTION POLICY IN THE BUKIT SURUNGAN DISTRICT OF PADANG PANJANG CITY

The Padang Panjang city government is trying to reduce the stunting rate to 16% in 2023 and 14% in 2024, by strengthening data and determining the focus on reducing stunting rates. This reduction is in support of the National Action Plan for the Acceleration of Reducing Indonesia's Stunting Rate (RAN PASTI) which is planned by the government through the BKKBN. This research uses descriptive qualitative methods to describe in detail the local government's strategy in handling stunting cases in Padang Panjang City. Data was obtained from interviews with informants regarding strategies, influencing factors, and ways to overcome obstacles in reducing stunting rates in Surungan Hill, as well as observations of children affected by stunting and their parents. Observations were carried out on February 28 and March 1 2023. Apart from interviews and observations, the research also used documentation studies of regulations, media information and other relevant secondary data sources. This research aims to analyze the implementation of Padang Panjang city government policies in Bukit Surungan Subdistrict in reducing stunting. The research results show that the implementation of the stunting reduction policy in Bukit Surungan Village by the Padang Panjang City Government shows serious efforts to achieve the standards and targets that have been set. The main challenges include low community participation, limited health workforce, unequal distribution of resources, and lack of coordination between organizations. Efforts to increase the number and capacity of health cadres, improve distribution systems, and better communication and coordination are very necessary. The dedication of implementing agents greatly supports the success of the program, however additional training and incentives are needed to maintain motivation and work effectiveness. External factors such as social, political and economic conditions also influence policy implementation, with city government support and social assistance programs being very important to overcome family economic limitations. Education and counseling involving various parties is needed to increase public awareness and knowledge about the importance of nutrition

텍스트마이닝을 이용한 인구감소·지방소멸 연구 동향 메타분석 및 연구 방향

In South Korea, population decline has emerged as a serious social issue in recent years, posing a significant challenge to the nation's future. Particularly in rural areas, population decline has exacerbated concerns about regional extinction. Hence, this study aims to analyze existing research trends on population decline and regional extinction, with the intention of proposing future research directions. According to the results of the TF-IDF analysis, key terms such as centrality, change, population, regional extinction, and population structure were deemed significant. Social Network Analysis(SNA) revealed that population decline was closely associated with terms like population, locality, and decline, while regional extinction was linked to locality, issues, and population. Topic analysis identified population decline topics such as population, decline, and change, and regional extinction topics such as population, locality, and decline. Additionally, low birth rate topics included population, locality, South Korea, and aging topics included locality, local government, and population decline. Based on these findings, future research directions include studies on marriage and childbirth, research on the era of youth, studies on the elderly and aging, development strategies for local governments, and research on the causes and countermeasures of population decline and regional extinction.

Regional Government Strategy in Developing Small and Medium Industries (IKM)

Small and medium industries have an important role in driving overall economic growth. Industrial development, especially small industry, is aimed at becoming a high-quality role in the economy, so that it is able to compete both domestically and abroad. The aim of this research is to determine local government strategies in developing small and medium industries (IKM). Mataram City Regional Regulation Number 15 of 2016 concerning the formation and composition of Mataram City regional apparatus. The problem with the research is that there is still minimal information for SMEs to access capital in banking institutions, there is no supporting facilities such as machine tools. The location in this research is the Department of Industry, Mataram City SME Cooperative as the research object. This type of research uses descriptive with a qualitative approach. The data collection techniques that researchers used in this research were interviews, observation, documentation. Data analysis techniques use data reduction, data display, and drawing conclusions. The results of this research show. The strategy implemented by the Mataram City SME Cooperative Industrial Service was carried out well even though it was not 100% realized. Supporting factors provided by the Mataram City SME Cooperative Industrial Service. City SME cooperative industry. Providing training guidance, preparing budgets and providing facilities through cooperatives or banking institutions.

An evolutionary game for analysis of implementation strategies in inter-regional diffusion of clean technology

Green transition driven by clean technology diffusion attaches importance to sustainable development. Therefore, choosing the optimal strategy in the inter-regional diffusion of clean technology has attracted the attention of local governments. In this regard, developed regions leading the R&D activities of clean technology can choose to fund or not fund diffusion, and developing regions can adopt absorption strategy or substitution strategy as well. An evolutionary game model was developed in this paper to analyze the stable strategies of local governments in the inter-regional diffusion of clean technology. In general, there are four possible stable equilibrium points. The result indicates that a collaboration relationship aiming at technology transfer among regions is likely to be established when developed regions and developing regions gain more from funding diffusion and subsidizing absorption, respectively. Especially, an increase of incentives from the central government, as well as an increase of cost performing independent clean R&D activities, improves the inter-regional diffusion network. This paper, therefore, provides a mathematical approach to examine the interaction of clean technology diffusion, and sheds light on actor behavior in games of inter-regional coordination.

How to escape the dilemma of carbon emission reduction policies implementation under Chinese fiscal decentralization?

As the world's largest energy consumer and carbon emitter, China has undertaken a series of low-carbon policies. However, its top-down authoritarian governance, coupled with economic decentralization, challenges policy effectiveness. To facilitate the implementation of incentive-compatible carbon emission reduction policies, this study proposes a tripartite stochastic evolutionary game model involving the central government, local governments, and enterprises. Replicator dynamic equations are then employed to assess how uncertainty shapes participants' behavioral choices. Furthermore, a real-case example validates the theoretical findings and supports subsequent arguments: (1) initial strategy choices by stakeholders influence their transitions but have minimal long-term impact on the final convergence pattern; (2) stakeholders' dedicated efforts, especially central government supervision, shape evolutionary outcomes during policy implementation; (3) the escalation of penalties contributes to policy execution, while transfer payment allocation warrants thorough evaluation as it affects the strategies of both local governments and enterprises; and (4) the incorporation of random elements introduces disruptions in stakeholder evolutionary paths, resulting in deviations and fluctuations from expected patterns. This study not only highlights the importance of resolving the dilemma in implementing emission reduction policies through effective coordination among stakeholders but also reduces uncertainty related to unobserved factors, ensuring a comprehensive range of game outcomes.

The role of land values in land policies: The case of Turkish land readjustment

The many problems in cities increase the need for effective land policies. Land values are at the core of land policy frameworks as they shape the implementation strategies of local governments, their effectiveness, and the consequences for individuals and society. The aim of this paper is to examine how land values within the land policy framework influence land policy objectives, with a particular focus on land readjustment. More specifically, through a three-step research process, we examine: (1) the current problems and potential improvements of Turkish area-based land readjustment through an analytical framework; (2) the potential impact of a specific policy intervention involving the provision of land values in land readjustment on land development objectives through a multiple case study approach; and (3) the broader implications of a new value-based land readjustment as a land policy instrument. The results suggest that land readjustment, by incorporating valuation, could provide better land development by enabling the acquisition and construction of public and infrastructure areas, has the potential to address the trade-offs faced by local governments, put fiscal decentralization into practice, and contribute to the development of legitimacy, effectiveness, efficiency, and equity in public land development strategies and land management.

STRATEGI PEMRINTAH DAERAH DALAM PENANGANAN ANAK PUTUS SEKOLAH DI DESA LATIMOJONG KECAMATAN BUNTU BATU KABUPATEN ENREKANG

This study aims to explore the strategies implemented by the local government in addressing the issue of school dropouts. Using a qualitative approach, this research seeks to deeply understand the factors contributing to school dropouts and the steps taken by the local government to tackle this problem. Data collection was carried out through observations, in-depth interviews, and document analysis. The findings show that the local government's strategies include a multi-sectoral approach, such as lobbying relevant agencies to provide educational and sports facilities, offering educational assistance, and improving the accessibility of educational infrastructure. Additionally, the local government collaborates with the local community to create an environment that supports the sustainability of children's education. Challenges faced include budget limitations, insufficient land for building educational facilities, and inadequate road access. Despite these challenges, the collaboration between the local government and the community has shown positive results in reducing the number of school dropouts and enhancing the quality of education in the area.

Improving sustainable performance of China's new energy industry through collaborative innovation network resilience

The sustainable development of the new energy industry is crucial and needs support from collaborative innovation networks (CINs). However, CINs may face hindrances or interruptions under multiple risk shocks, impeding their effectiveness in promoting sustainable performance (SP). Enhancing CIN resilience is essential for the normal operation of CINs and requires support from the innovation ecosystem. This study aims to improve CIN resilience by optimizing innovation ecological factors, thereby improving the SP of new energy industry. The study selects China's new energy industry as the empirical object. Firstly, the impacts of CIN resilience on SP are explored through regression analysis. Secondly, the impacts of nine driving factors proposed based on innovation ecosystem on CIN resilience were uncovered by the temporal exponential random graph model. Lastly, network simulation was utilized to study how to optimize CIN resilience through network edge addition strategies and identify key regional cooperations for enhancing CIN resilience more effectively. The results indicate that: (1) CIN resilience can improve SP, with adaptive capacity exerting the most promotional effect. (2) Innovation ecological factors dynamically and heterogeneously drive CIN resilience. Innovative market subjects and technical environments exhibit substantial positive impacts on CIN resilience. (3) Promoting innovation cooperations of intermediary bridge regions can optimize CIN resilience. This study offers practical strategies for Chinese local governments and other countries or regions to formulate effective industrial policies and provides valuable insights for new energy enterprises.

Strategy of local government in achieving the target of the long-term contraceptive method program in sukabumi City

Long-Term Contraceptive Method is a contraceptive that can be used for a long time, which is more than three years used to delay, minimize pregnancy, and stop fertility, which includes IUD, Implant and steady contraception, this study aims to determine the factors associated with the use of Long-Term Contraceptive Method in Sukabumi City. The purpose of this study is to determine the strategy of the Office of Population Control, Family Planning, Women's Empowerment and Child Protection (DP2KBP3A) in achieving the target of the long-term contraceptive method program in Sukabumi City. This study used descriptive qualitative methods with observational data collection techniques, interviews and documentation. Data analysis was carried out by snowball sampling technique, namely by determining informants who were initially small in number and then enlarged. The results of this study measured by strategy indicators by Mintzberg et al (2003) show that the Agency in achieving the targets of the MKJP program begins with planning, implementing and evaluating. However, in the implementation there are still some obstacles. Existing programs have helped in the process of implementing long-term contraceptive method programs. But not yet fully optimized. Therefore, it is necessary to expand the range of strategies, so that the program of long-term contraceptive methods is maximized.

Governing the reterritorialization of agricultural activities: An assessment of food planning policies in France

This paper examines how food planning policies address the reterritorialization of agricultural activities (RAA), a crucial component of local food systems. While food planning as an integrated local policy promoting local food systems has gained increasing research attention, most of the research has been urban-centric, resulting in a limited understanding of how it includes RAA. This paper fills this research gap by assessing 39 food planning projects in France, where the state defines food planning by national law and supports local projects. Through document analysis and semi-structured interviews, RAA-associated food planning policy goals, instruments, and agri-food professional actors' involvement are identified. The empirical findings highlight the central role of RAA in French food planning projects; it either serves as the primary motivation behind these projects or evolves into a substantial component as the projects develop. A wide range of policy instruments with local innovation to support RAA are identified, with more frequent use of informational and economic than regulatory and coercive instruments, and more focus on economic development than on ecological transition. Minority and majority farmers’ organizations are involved in food planning processes with varying degrees of engagement across territories, reflecting local governance strategies. The analytical methods in this study may contribute to future research to better comprehend RAA in local food policymaking. The systematic overview of RAA-associated food planning measures also offers insights to policymakers in other contexts regarding food policy design. The paper concludes by arguing that food planning extends beyond urban food supply; it also presents an opportunity to leverage RAA for rural revitalization and transformation, in terms of production models, rural-urban links, and local governance.

5A accreditation of tourist attractions in China and international tourist arrivals: A system generalised method of moments approach

AbstractWhile international accreditations for tourist attractions have been extensively examined, the impact of nationally developed accreditations has been less systematically investigated. Employing the system generalised method of moments approach, this study investigates the relationship between 5A tourist attractions, based on China's accreditation system, and international tourist arrivals in China, using annual city‐level panel data spanning from 2002 to 2017. The empirical results suggest that the 5A accreditation has a significantly positive effect on international tourists' arrivals. Furthermore, our findings indicate that the 5A accreditation has a substantial impact on the number of international tourists visiting lesser‐known cities. Moreover, the study reveals that international tourists from different countries respond differently to cultural and natural sites. This research provides valuable insights into tourism development strategies for local governments and tourist attractions.