Strategies To Overcome The Symptoms Of Conflict Of Interest In The Development Of Tourist Villages In Bolaang Mongondow East Regency

Abstract

The article discusses the impact of conflicts of interest in developing tourist villages in East Bolaang Mongondow Regency, highlighting environmental degradation, social cohesion disruption, decreased investment interest, and innovation barriers. A comprehensive strategy is recommended, i.e. multi-stakeholder collaboration, transparency, local community empowerment, adaptive regulation, proactive conflict management, community-based tourism, environmental conservation, tourism product diversification, capacity building for local governments, and cross-sector collaboration. The implementation of these strategies aims to create inclusive, sustainable tourism development that benefits local communities and the environment. The local government has adopted a comprehensive conflict resolution model, achieving agreements on land use, economic benefit distribution, and cultural and environmental preservation, demonstrating effectiveness in overcoming conflicts and supporting sustainable tourism development.