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<p>Port development plays a critical role in enhancing connectivity and stimulating economic growth in archipelagic regions, where geographic fragmentation and reliance on maritime transport present persistent development challenges. This research examines the impact of port development on regional economic growth in island areas and formulates effective development strategies through a triple-stage analysis approach. First, the macroeconomic Input-Output (I-O) analysis confirms the substantial multiplier effect of ports on the regional economy, identifying that the port contributes less significantly to GDP and household income. Second, the SmartPLS analysis indicates that port infrastructure has a significant direct effect on regional economic growth (β = 0.400) and the port economy (β = 0.363), while port accessibility influences economic growth indirectly through the mediating role of the port economy. Finally, The SWOT-AHP analysis identifies two priority strategies: (1) optimizing port infrastructure to enhance connectivity and attract investment (SO strategy, weight = 0.41), and (2) strengthening infrastructure resilience to climate change alongside economic diversification (ST strategy, weight = 0.40). Nevertheless, the implementation of these policy strategies faces tangible challenges, particularly regarding regional fiscal and funding constraints, thus necessitating alternative financing schemes and strategic collaboration across stakeholders (government, private sector, and coastal communities). These findings provide practical insights for policymakers and stakeholders in designing port development policies aligned with sustainable economic growth in island regions.</p>

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Port Impact Analysis and Economic Growth Strategy for the Archipelago Region in Maluku

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    2026年5月23日

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  • Hozairi Hozairi,
  • Marcus Tukan,
  • Billy J. Camerling

摘要

Port development plays a critical role in enhancing connectivity and stimulating economic growth in archipelagic regions, where geographic fragmentation and reliance on maritime transport present persistent development challenges. This research examines the impact of port development on regional economic growth in island areas and formulates effective development strategies through a triple-stage analysis approach. First, the macroeconomic Input-Output (I-O) analysis confirms the substantial multiplier effect of ports on the regional economy, identifying that the port contributes less significantly to GDP and household income. Second, the SmartPLS analysis indicates that port infrastructure has a significant direct effect on regional economic growth (β = 0.400) and the port economy (β = 0.363), while port accessibility influences economic growth indirectly through the mediating role of the port economy. Finally, The SWOT-AHP analysis identifies two priority strategies: (1) optimizing port infrastructure to enhance connectivity and attract investment (SO strategy, weight = 0.41), and (2) strengthening infrastructure resilience to climate change alongside economic diversification (ST strategy, weight = 0.40). Nevertheless, the implementation of these policy strategies faces tangible challenges, particularly regarding regional fiscal and funding constraints, thus necessitating alternative financing schemes and strategic collaboration across stakeholders (government, private sector, and coastal communities). These findings provide practical insights for policymakers and stakeholders in designing port development policies aligned with sustainable economic growth in island regions.