<![CDATA[This research aims to analyse the implementation of community empowerment-based tourism village development policies in Umbu Ngedo Village, Southwest Sumba Regency. The research uses a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques including structured interviews and documentation from key informants such as village heads, traditional leaders, regents, and local community members. Data analysis was performed using the Miles and Huberman model with triangulation techniques to ensure data validity. The research findings indicate that policy implementation has been successful across three key indicators: clear policy size and objectives in improving community welfare through local culture-based tourism; management of natural, human, and financial resources involving active community participation; and effective inter-organizational communication between village governments, indigenous communities, and other stakeholders. Supporting factors include strong local government support, active community involvement in every stage of development, and unique cultural tourism potential. However, there are inhibiting factors such as limited supporting infrastructure, including security facilities and street lighting. This research contributes to understanding the implementation of community-based tourism policies and provides recommendations for the sustainable development of tourism villages.]]>
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