An assessment of governance of marine and coastal resources on Koh Tao, Thailand
| Autor: | Suvaluck Satumanatpan, Hugh Kirkman, Angela Lentisco, Patti Moore |
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| Rok vydání: | 2017 |
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0106 biological sciences
Sustainable development 010504 meteorology & atmospheric sciences business.industry 010604 marine biology & hydrobiology Corporate governance Environmental resource management Biodiversity Management Monitoring Policy and Law Aquatic Science Oceanography 01 natural sciences Economic Justice Rule of law Accountability Sustainability business Tourism 0105 earth and related environmental sciences |
| Zdroj: | Ocean & Coastal Management. 148:143-157 |
| ISSN: | 0964-5691 |
| DOI: | 10.1016/j.ocecoaman.2017.08.001 |
| Popis: | This was the first assessment of marine and coastal resource governance on Koh Tao, a small island in the Western Gulf of Thailand. The study assessed perceptions of governance of marine and coastal resources among national and provincial authorities and Koh Tao residents on the basis of governance components − law, institutions and process − and governance principles − transparency, participation, rule of law, accountability and access to justice. Governance to deal with the anticipated continued growth in marine-based tourism is challenged. The study identified misunderstandings about governance and governance weaknesses, which, if they are not addressed, will be obstacles to the future sustainable development of Koh Tao. The research findings indicate that supporting local governance will be key to maintaining sustainable use of marine and coastal resources on the island and ensuring the sustainability of the local economy, which depends on these resources. We suggest a number of recommendations that can apply generally in countries wishing to conserve marine and coastal biodiversity and use those resources sustainably on coasts and islands. |
| Databáze: | OpenAIRE |
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