The importance of protecting Palawan’s fragile natural resources is evident. With the implementation of the Republic Act 9147 also known as the Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act of 2001 under the Palawan Council for Sustainable Development for the Province of Palawan, the environmental protection effort was strengthened. This research determined the co-production of environmental services that contributed in the enforcement of the Philippine Wildlife Act in the province. Data were gathered through qualitative in-depth interviews, supported by criminal docket review, and data cross-checking using a policy effectiveness tool. Results showed that the efficient decision-making processes, collaborative creation of resolutions/agreements, regulatory and enforcement collaborations, public education, compliance to permitting, surveillance, apprehension, and monitoring were excellently implemented and generally sustained. Collaboration and participation of communities proved the importance of citizen involvement. Mechanism for allocation of annual financial obligations needs further enhancement for the local government units. Major outcome of this study could be recommended for future amendments of Wildlife Resources Protection and Conservation Act.
Keywords: wildlife act, environmental governance, sustainable development, enforcement, policy implementation
JEL Classification: F18, K42, P48
Suggested Citation: Suggested Citation
Manalo, Jazztin Jairum and Manalo, Rainier, Determining Policy Implementation Level of the Republic Act 9147 (Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act of 2001) in the Province of Palawan, Philippines (December 31, 2021). Our Palawan: The Scientific Journal of Palawan Council for Sustainable Development Vol. 7 (1) pp. 16-29 , Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=4168197
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