JURNAL HUKUM
Vol 42 No 3 (2026): Jurnal Hukum

THE APPLYING MODERN ENVIRONMENTAL LAW IN SOUTHEAST ASIA: A LEGAL PHILOSOPHY POINT OF VIEW

Eko Ariwidodo (Universitas Islam Negeri Madura, Pamekasan)
Ruslina Dwi Wahyuni (Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Mulia Astuti Wonogiri)



Article Info

Publish Date
15 Sep 2026

Abstract

This study examines the complex legal, philosophical, and practical challenges of implementing modern environmental law in Southeast Asia, aiming to align regional economic growth with ecological preservation. Using conceptual and legislative methodologies, the research provides a philosophical analysis of guiding environmental policy principles, evaluates the efficacy of existing legal frameworks, assesses human rights integration, and examines the operational constraints of specialized environmental courts and tribunals. The findings indicate that while recognition of ecocentric approaches and environmental human rights is expanding, regional implementation remains inconsistent. Specialized courts face critical limitations in expertise and capacity. Addressing these issues requires strengthened regulatory frameworks, enhanced regional cooperation, targeted capacity building, and the operational balancing of economic development with ecological preservation. This study offers a unique synthesis by contextualizing modern environmental governance through a blend of imported Western legal concepts with Southeast Asia's distinct cultural philosophies and traditional ecological knowledge.

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jurnalhukum

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Religion Humanities Social Sciences

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The aims of this journal is to provide a venue for academicians, researchers and practitioners for publishing the original research articles or review articles. The scope of the articles published in this journal deal with a broad range of topics, including: Criminal Law; Civil Law; International ...