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題名 藍色經濟在永續發展中的角色：以貝里斯為個案研究
The Role of Blue Economy in Sustainable Development: A Case Study of Belize
作者 裴愷翊
Avila, Keily Lisbeth
貢獻者 史蘭亭
Say, Alicia
裴愷翊
Avila, Keily Lisbeth
關鍵詞 藍色經濟
永續發展
貝里斯
海洋資源
藍色債券
經濟發展
Blue Economy
Sustainable Development
Belize
Ocean Resources
Blue Bond
Economic development
日期 2025
上傳時間 1-Sep-2025 15:19:00 (UTC+8)
摘要 全球經濟高度依賴海洋資源，而藍色經濟已成為推動永續發展的重要途徑，在利用海洋資 源的同時兼顧經濟成長與環境保護。本研究探討藍色經濟在推動貝里斯永續發展中的重要 性，該國的經濟高度依賴海洋資源。研究採用質性方法，分析了貝里斯發展藍色經濟的主 要關鍵因子。 本研究的資料來源包括對主要參與者（如政府官員、保育組織、漁民以及海洋相關企業經 營者）的半結構式訪談。同時，政策文件、產業報告以及學術研究等次級資料也提供了關 於貝里斯藍色經濟策略的背景資訊。 本研究透過在地視角，為關於永續海洋經濟的持續討論提供貢獻，並說明貝里斯如何運用 其海洋生態系統來支持永續發展。研究強調治理、社區參與以及國際合作在建構具有韌性 且包容性的藍色經濟中之重要性。本研究所得的見解可協助決策者、利害關係人與研究人 員制定更有效的策略，以在小型沿海與島嶼國家中實現經濟成長與海洋保育之平衡。
The global economy depends heavily on marine resources, and the blue economy has become a crucial vehicle for advancing sustainable development by balancing ocean resource use with economic growth and environmental protection. This analysis explored the significance of the blue economy in advancing sustainable development in Belize, a country that relies on its marine resources. Using a qualitative approach, the research analyzed key sectors of blue economy in Belize. Data for this research were gathered through semi-structured interviews with primary actors, such as government officials, conservation organizations, fisherfolk, and marine-based business operators. Additionally, secondary data from policy documents, industry reports, and academic studies provided contextual insights into Belize’s blue economy strategies. This study adds to the ongoing discussion about sustainable ocean-based economies by offering a localized perspective on how Belize is utilizing its marine ecosystem to support sustainable development. It highlights the importance of governance, community involvement, and international cooperation in building a resilient and inclusive blue economy. The study's insights can help inform policymakers, stakeholders, and researchers in creating more effective strategies to balance economic growth with marine conservation in small coastal and island nations.
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J., Blythe, J., White, C., & Campero, C. (2020). Blue growth and blue justice. IOF Working Paper #2020-02. Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries, University of British Columbia. https://fisheries-2023.sites.olt.ubc.ca/files/2020/06/Take2-2020-02-WP_Blue-Growth-and-Blue-Justice-IOF-Working-Paper.pdf Bennett, N. J., Roth, R., Klain, S. C., Chan, K., Christie, P., Clark, D. A., ... Wyborn, C. (2017). Conservation social science: Understanding and integrating human dimensions to improve conservation. Biological Conservation, 205, 93-108. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biocon.2016.10.006 Bergh, Ø., Ytteborg, E., & Falconer, L. (2025). Editorial: Food production potential in the changing ocean. Frontiers in Marine Science, 12, Article 1579667. https://doi.org/10.3389/fmars.2025.1579667 Bethel, B. J., Buravleva, Y., & Tang, D. (2021). Blue economy and blue activities: Opportunities, challenges, and recommendations for the Bahamas. 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描述 碩士
國立政治大學
國際研究英語碩士學位學程(IMPIS)
112862015
資料來源 http://thesis.lib.nccu.edu.tw/record/#G0112862015
資料類型 thesis
dc.contributor.advisor 史蘭亭zh_TW
dc.contributor.advisor Say, Aliciaen_US
dc.contributor.author (Authors) 裴愷翊zh_TW
dc.contributor.author (Authors) Avila, Keily Lisbethen_US
dc.creator (作者) 裴愷翊zh_TW
dc.creator (作者) Avila, Keily Lisbethen_US
dc.date (日期) 2025en_US
dc.date.accessioned 1-Sep-2025 15:19:00 (UTC+8)-
dc.date.available 1-Sep-2025 15:19:00 (UTC+8)-
dc.date.issued (上傳時間) 1-Sep-2025 15:19:00 (UTC+8)-
dc.identifier (Other Identifiers) G0112862015en_US
dc.identifier.uri (URI) https://nccur.lib.nccu.edu.tw/handle/140.119/159140-
dc.description (描述) 碩士zh_TW
dc.description (描述) 國立政治大學zh_TW
dc.description (描述) 國際研究英語碩士學位學程(IMPIS)zh_TW
dc.description (描述) 112862015zh_TW
dc.description.abstract (摘要) 全球經濟高度依賴海洋資源，而藍色經濟已成為推動永續發展的重要途徑，在利用海洋資 源的同時兼顧經濟成長與環境保護。本研究探討藍色經濟在推動貝里斯永續發展中的重要 性，該國的經濟高度依賴海洋資源。研究採用質性方法，分析了貝里斯發展藍色經濟的主 要關鍵因子。 本研究的資料來源包括對主要參與者（如政府官員、保育組織、漁民以及海洋相關企業經 營者）的半結構式訪談。同時，政策文件、產業報告以及學術研究等次級資料也提供了關 於貝里斯藍色經濟策略的背景資訊。 本研究透過在地視角，為關於永續海洋經濟的持續討論提供貢獻，並說明貝里斯如何運用 其海洋生態系統來支持永續發展。研究強調治理、社區參與以及國際合作在建構具有韌性 且包容性的藍色經濟中之重要性。本研究所得的見解可協助決策者、利害關係人與研究人 員制定更有效的策略，以在小型沿海與島嶼國家中實現經濟成長與海洋保育之平衡。zh_TW
dc.description.abstract (摘要) The global economy depends heavily on marine resources, and the blue economy has become a crucial vehicle for advancing sustainable development by balancing ocean resource use with economic growth and environmental protection. This analysis explored the significance of the blue economy in advancing sustainable development in Belize, a country that relies on its marine resources. Using a qualitative approach, the research analyzed key sectors of blue economy in Belize. Data for this research were gathered through semi-structured interviews with primary actors, such as government officials, conservation organizations, fisherfolk, and marine-based business operators. Additionally, secondary data from policy documents, industry reports, and academic studies provided contextual insights into Belize’s blue economy strategies. This study adds to the ongoing discussion about sustainable ocean-based economies by offering a localized perspective on how Belize is utilizing its marine ecosystem to support sustainable development. It highlights the importance of governance, community involvement, and international cooperation in building a resilient and inclusive blue economy. The study's insights can help inform policymakers, stakeholders, and researchers in creating more effective strategies to balance economic growth with marine conservation in small coastal and island nations.en_US
dc.description.tableofcontents 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Research Background and Context 2 1.2 Research Motivation 3 1.3 Research Objectives 4 1.4 Research Questions 5 2 Literature Review 8 2.1 Concept of Blue Economy 8 2.2 Theoretical Framework 13 2.3 Literature Review Gap Analysis 14 3 Research Methodology 17 3.1 Research Design 17 3.2 Data Collection 17 3.3 Sampling 21 3.4 Analytical Approaches 22 3.5 Ethical Considerations 23 4 Findings and Discussions 24 4.1 Governance and Policy Alignment 25 4.2 Institutional Coordination and Multi-Stakeholder Integration 29 4.3 Financing Mechanisms and Economic Sustainability 33 4.4 Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) and Territorial Use 36 4.5 Technology, Communication, and Innovation 39 4.6 Stakeholder Engagement and Local Empowerment 42 4.7 Outcomes: Sustainability, Conservation, and Equity 45 4.8 Discussion 48 5 Conclusion 51 5.1 Conclusion 51 5.2 Theoretical Contributions 53 5.3 Managerial Implications 54 5.4 Limitations and Future Research 56 6 References 59 7 Appendix 67zh_TW
dc.source.uri (資料來源) http://thesis.lib.nccu.edu.tw/record/#G0112862015en_US
dc.subject (關鍵詞) 藍色經濟zh_TW
dc.subject (關鍵詞) 永續發展zh_TW
dc.subject (關鍵詞) 貝里斯zh_TW
dc.subject (關鍵詞) 海洋資源zh_TW
dc.subject (關鍵詞) 藍色債券zh_TW
dc.subject (關鍵詞) 經濟發展zh_TW
dc.subject (關鍵詞) Blue Economyen_US
dc.subject (關鍵詞) Sustainable Developmenten_US
dc.subject (關鍵詞) Belizeen_US
dc.subject (關鍵詞) Ocean Resourcesen_US
dc.subject (關鍵詞) Blue Bonden_US
dc.subject (關鍵詞) Economic developmenten_US
dc.title (題名) 藍色經濟在永續發展中的角色：以貝里斯為個案研究zh_TW
dc.title (題名) The Role of Blue Economy in Sustainable Development: A Case Study of Belizeen_US
dc.type (資料類型) thesisen_US
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