Coastal tourism in Bali, Indonesia, presents intricate sustainability challenges involving environmental degradation, overtourism, and unequal economic distribution. This study employs the MACTOR (Matrix of Alliances and Conflicts: Tactics, Objectives, and Recommendations) methodology to analyze stakeholder influence, interdependence, and strategic alignment in Bali’s coastal tourism governance. Through expert consultation and focus group discussions, eight key stakeholder groups were examined against four core objectives: ecological and social balance, overtourism control, economic inclusivity, and collaborative governance. Findings reveal that large tourism businesses, NGOs, and academic institutions hold high influence with low dependence, while local government, traditional communities, and MSMEs play central but interdependent roles. The greatest alignment occurs among community-based actors, while tensions persist between profit-oriented and conservation-focused groups. The government emerges as a key mediator in bridging these divides. The MACTOR approach proves valuable for diagnosing governance dynamics and identifying strategic priorities. These insights support inclusive, anticipatory policy design in small island contexts facing similar pressures.
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