Exploring the Interplay of Social, Economic, and Environmental Factors on Livelihood Sustainability in Quang Tri’s Coastal Forest Areas

Ha Hong Bui, Thiet Phan Nguyen, Vich Hong Pham and Khanh Le Phi Ho ()
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Ha Hong Bui: Management Board of Forestry Projects, Ha Noi 10000, Vietnam
Thiet Phan Nguyen: Vietnam Forestry Science and Technology Association, Ha Noi 10000, Vietnam
Vich Hong Pham: Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD), Ha Noi 10000, Vietnam
Khanh Le Phi Ho: Faculty of Rural Development, University of Agriculture and Forestry, Hue University, 102 Phung Hung Street, Hue City 49000, Vietnam

Sustainability, 2025, vol. 17, issue 17, 1-20

Abstract: This study investigates the sustainable livelihoods of households in the coastal forest regions of Quang Tri Province, Vietnam, focusing on identifying the key factors that shape household resilience in the face of socio-economic and environmental challenges. Although the sustainable livelihoods approach is widely established in research, this study differentiates itself by applying a multivariate analysis to explore the relative impacts of various livelihood capitals—human, physical, financial, social, and environmental—specifically within the context of coastal forest ecosystems, a relatively under-researched area in Vietnam. The research identifies both factors affecting livelihood outcomes, emphasizing the role of community resources, seasonal fluctuations, and adaptation strategies. Additionally, the study highlights how environmental changes and natural resource constraints are more detrimental to livelihoods in these regions compared to other rural settings. Through these insights, this paper contributes to the growing body of literature by offering a nuanced understanding of how coastal forest communities can navigate the pressures of climate change, market volatility, and limited resources. The findings underscore the importance of enhancing adaptive capacity and crafting targeted policy interventions to support vulnerable households in the region. This study also highlights the limitations of existing research, emphasizing the need for future studies to integrate the complex interplay of environmental, social, and economic factors in coastal ecosystems.

Keywords: livelihood; sustainability; forest; coastal areas; Quang Tri; Vietnam (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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