The Role of Government and Digitalization (ICT) in Fostering Equitable Growth at the Coastal Village of Badung, Bali

Abstract

Inclusive growth has received little attention from various sectors and, if not addressed, it can reduce the economy and cause problems and inequality. This study aims to uncover the contribution of the government and the application of digitalization (ICT) in encouraging equitable distribution and inclusive growth in the coastal villages of Badung Regency, Bali. A quantitative research design with 200 respondents was used as the research sample in coastal villages.Data were collected using structured interview methods, observations, and questionnaires, and were further analyzed using the structural equation Modelling partial least squares (SEM-PLS) approach.The analysis revealed that the role of government and digitalization is significant in building and promoting inclusive growth in coastal villages.Digitalization benefits significantly influence a government's role in fostering inclusive growth.Therefore, to encourage more inclusive and long-term growth in Badung Regency coastal villages, the government's role must be combined with digitalization.The role of government integration with digitalization at the village or regional level has not been widely reported.The government's role is combined with digitalization to reduce inequality.These findings will help the government formulate policies related to the equitable distribution of inclusive growth in coastal villages by integrating government roles and digitalization.