Framework for Biodiversity Conservation Governance in the Context of Regional Administration in Indonesia

Indonesia, as a megadiverse country, carries a significant responsibility to ensure the sustainability of biodiversity conservation. This conservation effort requires strategic regulation and adaptive governance within the context of local government administration. This study aims to explore the theoretical concepts and policy frameworks for implementing biodiversity conservation in the context of sustainable development, and to examine the strategies for regulating and governing biodiversity conservation at the regional level. The research employs a normative juridical method with a legislative, analytical, and conceptual approach. Data for this study is sourced from primary, secondary, and tertiary legal materials, including laws and regulations, expert doctrines, and supporting literature, to analyze biodiversity conservation regulation within local governance.The study finds that biodiversity conservation at the regional level requires the integration of sustainability principles into local government planning and program implementation. Key challenges identified include a lack of synergy among relevant authorities, limited local government capacity, and low participation from local communities. These issues need to be continually evaluated and analyzed to map out the appropriate policy solutions for effective governance of biodiversity conservation, particularly at the regional level. The study recommends strategic approaches such as strengthening an inclusive policy framework, establishing collaborative mechanisms between the government and local communities, and developing programs based on local needs and regional potential. Furthermore, the research suggests the development of data-driven policies to support sustainable biodiversity conservation governance at the regional level. This will ensure that conservation efforts become an integral part of effective local government administration, aligned with the needs of sustainable development.