Decentralisation and Corruption in the Forestry Sector

Moh. Fadli* and Joko Purnomo
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Moh. Fadli*: Department of Administrative Law, Faculty of Law, Universitas Brawijaya MT. Haryono St, No. 169, Malang, East Java, Indonesia
Joko Purnomo: Department of Government Science, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Brawijaya Jalan Veteran 65145, Malang, East Java, Indonesia

The Journal of Social Sciences Research, 2019, vol. 5, issue 11, 1657-1665

Abstract: Decentralisation aims to improve social welfare. However, the authority held by regional governments increases the opportunities for corruption in the forestry sector. The aim of this research is to elaborate on problematic decentralisation and corruption in the forestry sector; additionally, the study considers the change in forest management policy before, during, and after decentralisation in a discussion of the measures taken to eradicate regional corruption in the forestry sector. The findings indicate that holders of large amounts of capital are influential in politics, leading to legislation that favor’s individual interests over the welfare of low-income populations. The integrity and commitment of regional heads determine whether a region is corruption-free. The following could help reduce corruption that damages the environment within regional areas: (1) enforcing the commitment of regional heads to eradicating corruption; (b) strengthening the structure of law enforcement; and (c) strengthening community groups. It is recommended that the government enforce the integrity of regional heads and maintain an internal commitment in all areas to eradicating corruptors.

Keywords: Corruptor; Forestry sector; Decentralisation; Local level. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2019
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