Fitriani, Ghinaa Najibah (2024) CONSTRUCTION OF SUSTAINABLE TOURISM IDENTITY OF FIJI IN THE PACIFIC REGION THROUGH FIJI-CHINA ECONOMIC COOPERATION. S1 Undergraduate thesis, Universitas Darussalam Gontor.
Abstract
Constructivism views state identity as a critical element in shaping state interests and behaviour in the international arena. In the context of Fiji, Vanua Identity builds the potential of natural resources that make Fiji known to international tourists as a natural and authentic tourist destination. As a result, tourism has become a significant sector in Fiji's economy, contributing significantly to foreign exchange earnings. However, the development of this sector has brought significant changes to the local culture, where traditional lifestyles began to shift, causing a gap between human and environmental relations. Fiji's dependence on tourism makes the country more vulnerable to the impacts of climate change due to unplanned infrastructure development. This research aims to analyze the influence of Fiji-China international cooperation in supporting the construction of a sustainable tourism identity in Fiji, especially in the tourism sector. This research uses descriptive qualitative methods with literature review data collection techniques from secondary data sources. The theories used in this research are the concept of state identity in constructivism, international cooperation, the idea of Ta'awun and Khalifah. The results showed that Fiji-China bilateral cooperation has a positive impact on sustainable development such as infrastructure improvements and renewable energy projects in the tourism sector. Economic assistance, infrastructure, and climate adaptation projects supported by China help Fiji face the challenges of climate change. In addition, this cooperation also reminds us of the importance of Khalifah's role as a responsible person on earth to maintain and care for the world and all nature. It explains the significance of ta'awun in helping each other between countries to achieve the common good.
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