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Policy & Governance Review
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This journal encompasses issues and practices in policy analysis, public management, public policy and administration. PGR provides high quality study outcomes and new thoughts for academic practitioners, researchers, scientists and consultants to discuss about social science theories and concepts to significant political, economic and social issues and to the ways in which public policies are made.
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Key Factors of Stunting Prevalence: Configurational Analysis of Sub-Districts in Sleman, Indonesia Prasetya Utomo, Puguh
Policy & Governance Review Vol 8 No 3 (2024): September
Publisher : Indonesian Association for Public Administration

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30589/pgr.v8i3.981

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This study employs crisp-set Qualitative Comparative Analysis (csQCA) to examine the determinants of stunting prevalence in 17 sub-districts of Sleman Regency. Addressing the critical issue of stunting, the research aims to identify factors contributing to high and low stunting prevalence. Methodologically, this study advances the application of csQCA in public health research by uncovering the complex interplay of conditions affecting stunting rates, demonstrating its utility in identifying precise causal configurations. Findings reveal that high stunting prevalence is uniquely caused by poor stunting management performance, making it both necessary and sufficient. Moreover, the study elucidates the concept of asymmetric causality by demonstrating that low stunting prevalence results from diverse combinations of high stunting management performance and advanced village development, thereby contributing to a nuanced understanding of causality in public health research. This study not only underscores the need for multi-dimensional strategies but also enriches the WHO framework by methodologically enhancing the identification of necessary and sufficient conditions for effective stunting management, offering a refined approach to tackling complex public health challenges. The research provides valuable insights for policymakers to develop comprehensive stunting reduction strategies, focusing on improving stunting management and fostering village infrastructure development.
Social Media as an Instrument of Public Diplomacy in the Digital Era: A Systematic Literature Review Khusnu Perdani, Mizana; Afandi, Ridwan; Lusa, Sofian; Indra Sensuse, Dana; Wibowo Putro, Prasetyo Adi; Indriasari, Sofianti
Policy & Governance Review Vol 8 No 3 (2024): September
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30589/pgr.v8i3.976

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The rapid evolution of digital platforms has reshaped the landscape of diplomacy, creating new opportunities for public interactions. Social media has emerged as a pivotal element in the practice of public diplomacy, enabling nations and governmental entities to communicate with a global audience. However, the use of social media carries an underlying challenge in engaging foreign audiences, especially for developing countries, which is rather difficult to get attention from the international community. By utilizing the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta- Analyses Method (PRISMA), this SLR will investigate the differences and strategies of social media utilization as a prosperous public diplomacy instrument between developing and developed countries. Moreover, the outcomes of this SLR are anticipated to provide methods for best practices in social media analysis and choose a fixed platform for information dissemination according to the public characteristics of each country. Findings indicate that developing countries have not yet utilized social media effectively and require additional strategies to improve its use. Furthermore, they still emphasize solving specific concerns, especially in politic area, while developed countries mostly focused in shaping public perception for nation branding. The results also suggest that Twitter is the predominant platform for conducting content analysis in social media. The study highlights the importance of implementing effective strategies and policy actions to address the challenges and optimize the positive impact of digital platforms in promoting international relations.
Optimising Fiscal Decentralisation: Addressing Financial Management Challenges in Gorontalo Province Ibrahim, Danial; Aneta, Asna; Wolok, Eduart; Aneta, Yanti
Policy & Governance Review Vol 8 No 3 (2024): September
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30589/pgr.v8i3.1092

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Fiscal decentralisation is the basic capital to reach better governance, regional development, and fiscal autonomy. This paper discusses financial management barriers and opportunities in the Gorontalo Province, a region with low fiscal autonomy, as shown by its index and heavy dependency on central government transfer. This qualitative research, using data from interviews and document studies, found various inefficiencies in the province, such as incongruence between expenditures and revenues, lack of coordination among stakeholders, non-compliance by taxpayers, and delays in financial reporting. Drawing on the theoretical work of Schick (1998) for a framework for public expenditure management and using empirical evidence, this paper proposes an integrated strategy toward a better fiscal management system, diversification of revenue sources, enhancements in planning techniques, introduction of comprehensive accounting mechanisms, and stakeholder participation. This paper contributes to the debate on fiscal decentralisation by giving practical suggestions on how to achieve fiscal autonomy and promote sustainable development in economically less-developed regions.
Landscape of Globally Minded Leadership Development for Public Servants Ito Tsumagari, Maki
Policy & Governance Review Vol 9 No 1 (2025): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30589/pgr.v9i1.1084

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This study aimed to unravel how far the concept of leadership development for agility has gone into the curriculum of higher education institutions (HEI) as an indication of their preparedness for educating public servants in the volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) policy environment of today. A qualitative, systematic analytical method was adopted by referencing the public policy and administration schools of the world's top 100 ranked universities in The Times Higher Education World University Overall Rankings 2024. The results were categorized into three executive programs with the potential for leadership enhancement through customized arrangements, two executive programs with the label of "leadership," and one executive program that specifically addresses agility-relevant leadership development for the VUCA era. The study concluded that leadership development focusing on agility is still at an infancy/early stage of adoption by the world's public policy and administration schools. This study made a step forward by identifying where the programs are already running, down to the point where the university is running, and which public policy and administration programs. The practical implications of the study reside in its referential value for those governments and/or their professionals in identifying where services are provided.
How Can Regional Collaborative Governance Promote Public Value Through Relational Leadership? Grounded Research Based on Inter-Provincial Collaboration Between Guangdong, Hunan, and Guangxi in China Feng, Bo; Xing, Hua
Policy & Governance Review Vol 9 No 1 (2025): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30589/pgr.v9i1.1085

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Studies on regional collaborative governance based on China's institutional context are abundant, but the leadership perspective behind regional collaborative governance has rarely been discussed in previous studies. Based on a review of relational leadership theory, this study adopts the grounded theory methodology to study the three cities bordering Guangdong, Hunan, and Guangxi provinces, condensing the components of relational leadership in regional collaborative governance and the general explanatory framework. The research found that relational leadership in regional collaborative governance is composed of mission-driven, social capital, governance resources, trust shaping, common learning, interaction mechanisms, and public value. Among them, mission-driven is the motivation, social capital and governance resources are the basic conditions, trust shaping and common learning are actions, the interaction mechanism is the carrier, and public value creation is the goal. At present, the main problem of regional collaborative governance is that the governance mechanism is "built but not run." It is necessary to build an effective network governance system through the relational leadership of leaders, improve the overall public leadership of regional governance, and promote a governance system to operate more effectively. This research not only explores the dynamic leadership process of regional collaborative governance, but also enriches the micro perspective of regional collaborative governance research, expands the theoretical space of collaborative leadership, makes up the "leadership deficit" in the field of regional collaborative governance, and has reference significance and practical enlightenment for further promoting the performance of collaborative governance in the cross-region context.
Educational Technology for Digital Transformation of Higher Education Institutions into Entrepreneurial Universities Wijayanto Aripradono, Heru; Nursyamsi, Idayanti; Wahab, Abdul; Sultan, Zulkifli
Policy & Governance Review Vol 8 No 3 (2024): September
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30589/pgr.v8i3.1019

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Digital technology is transforming higher education institutions into entrepreneurial universities, which, in turn, supports economic development and knowledge generation. The integration of education technology enhances access, equity, inclusion, and the quality of learning experiences. This research aims to uncover how educational technology promotes digital transformation in Indonesia's higher education, fosters an entrepreneurial mindset, and contributes to social and economic growth. This study uses a quantitative approach with a survey method, with the data collected using purposive sampling. The questionnaire was designed to represent the indicators set in the variables, and the results were analyzed using the structural equation modeling (SEM) method. This study analyzes 45 universities aiming to become entrepreneurial institutions, with 155 respondents filling out the questionnaire. The integration of educational technology and digital transformation in higher education has significant implications, affecting teaching methods, administrative efficiency, and the educational environment. The entrepreneurial university model emphasizes collaboration and responsiveness to market needs, preparing graduates for a competitive job market. This shift requires a reassessment of traditional teaching methods and a shift in mission. The successful integration requires strategic planning, transformational leadership, investment in digital infrastructure, and fostering a culture of innovation.
Analysis of the Digital Transformation of Legal Services and the Role of Policy Brokers in KOREA through the Advocacy Coalition Framework Han, Ji-won; Jun Park, Hyung
Policy & Governance Review Vol 9 No 1 (2025): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30589/pgr.v9i1.1171

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This study examines the intersection of traditional legal services and technological innovation by employing an Advocacy Coalition Framework (ACF). Our primary focus is on the protracted dispute between the Korean Bar Association and the LawTalk legal service platform. Emerging legal service platforms, such as LawTalk, have disrupted conventional legal frameworks, resulting in substantial regulatory and ethical disputes as digital transformation accelerates, as was particularly evident during the COVID-19 pandemic. This research examines the development of this conflict over a nine-year period, utilizing the ACF to analyze the roles and influence of the various advocacy coalitions involved. Our findings underscore the dual challenge of integrating new technologies within the rigid structures of traditional legal systems. The conflict, which is primarily focused on the legality and ethical implications of LawTalk's business model, is indicative of more general tensions between innovation and regulation. The critical role of neutral intermediaries in balancing stakeholder interests and adapting policies to technological advancements is underscored by the resolution process, which is mediated by policy brokers such as the Ministry of Justice. The case of LawTalk not only elucidates the intricacies of policy change in the digital era, but also provides valuable insights into the management of sectoral transformations that adhere to both established regulatory norms and innovation. This study elucidates the necessity of ongoing dialogue and adaptation in policy frameworks to accommodate technological change, thereby contributing to our understanding of policy dynamics in the legal domain.
Selected Political Hoax Cases on Social Media: Multimodal in Forensic Linguistics Tri Astuti, Wulan; Mulyadi, Ari
Policy & Governance Review Vol 9 No 1 (2025): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30589/pgr.v9i1.1190

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This study explores the complexities of political hoaxes on social media through the lens of multimodal forensic linguistics, focusing on integrating verbal and visual elements in the construction and dissemination of misinformation. By analyzing five prominent political hoaxes in the Indonesian context, the research applies a multimodal pragmatic framework, incorporating semantic representations of an individual mode, semantic representation of multimodal mode, and inferential meanings elaborated using post-truth escapism to examine the mechanisms of hoax narrative construction. The findings reveal how hoaxes use multimodal meanings across modes to manipulate public opinion and foster post-truth realities. The study highlights the critical role of multimodal elements, such as visual mode combined with emotive language in verbal mode, to reinforce hoaxes and shape ideologically biased narratives. It further discusses the implications of these findings for forensic linguistic analysis, emphasizing the need for refined methodologies that incorporate both verbal and visual modes in legal discourse. The study contributes to the growing field of multimodal forensic linguistics by offering a comprehensive approach to analyzing political hoaxes and their strategy for eroding trust in factual information.
Policy Coherence and Consistency: An Analysis of the Philippine Foreign Policy towards the West Philippine Sea S. Rodillas, Ira Lizeth
Policy & Governance Review Vol 9 No 1 (2025): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30589/pgr.v9i1.1221

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The territorial dispute in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) has long been a significant threat to the peace and security of not only the Philippines but also of the broader Indo-Pacific region. Despite the emergence of other key global issues, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, tensions in the disputed islands have continued to escalate, compelling the Philippines to pursue various strategies to protect and promote its national interests. This research aims to analyze and compare the consistency and coherence of the foreign policy strategies pursued by the last three administrations, namely the Aquino, Duterte, and Marcos Jr. administrations, with regard to the WPS. It seeks to understand and evaluate the foreign policy of each administration through the lens of both international relations and public policy theories. To produce substantive qualitative research, the author utilized a variety of data sources, including relevant literature, interviews with Philippine diplomats, and official statements by the Presidents. Considering that the Philippines elects a new president every six years and a confluence of factors affect its foreign policy, this paper advocates for a consistent and coherent foreign policy that transcends presidential terms. Given that war is never an option for the country, the President, as the chief architect of Philippine foreign policy, must exhaust all diplomatic measures available to protect and promote the nation's interests.
Toward a More Responsive and Responsible Bureaucracy: Incorporation of Gender Norm in the EU and Japanese Staffing Policy Fukuda, Tomohiro
Policy & Governance Review Vol 9 No 1 (2025): January
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30589/pgr.v9i1.1219

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This paper discusses limited responsiveness of the public organizations to contemporary social norms. Bureaucracy is sometimes said to be slow and inadequate to accept new principles, but most preceding studies did not directly analyze its causes. This study takes the cases of the European Union and Japan and analyzes the intra and extra organizational impediments in the process of internalization of the gender norms into these personnel administration and draws a hypothesis of the cause(s) of bureaucratic limited responsiveness toward contemporary social norms by the method of agreement. In both cases, gender-related provisions existed in their regulation on staffing from its early days, but its effectiveness was enhanced only recently. In case of the EU before 2000, those responsible for the staffing were initially hesitant to incorporate gender criteria into its policy, and even after recognizing the importance of the norm, they had little idea on how to realize it. In case of Japan, effectiveness of legislation regarding gender equality has been incremental, which represented the practitioners' struggle on conflicting considerations on staffing. Through this analysis, the paper draws a conclusion that public organizations have developed and maintained its basic principles to strengthen its legitimacy and autonomy against its political control, but this bureaucratic practice paradoxically makes the organization less sensitive to newly emerged social norms.