International Environmental Law and Abandoned Land Frameworks Challenges and Policy Directions
1 Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning / National Land Agency Lampung Province
2 Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Lampung, Lecturer at the Faculty of Law, University of Lampung Indonesia
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Open Access Research Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies, 2025, 10(02), 043–046.
Article DOI: 10.53022/oarjms.2025.10.2.0051
Publication history:
Received 08 October 2025; revised on 17 November 2025; accepted on 19 November 2025
Abstract:
Abandoned land presents complex challenges for environmental protection, sustainable development, and governance, intersecting with international environmental law. While states maintain sovereignty over land, international obligations on prevention, restoration, and sustainable use require coherent legal frameworks and proactive policies. This study examines normative foundations, operational challenges, and comparative practices for managing abandoned land, highlighting the role of the Public Trust Doctrine, international agreements, and domestic legal reforms. Policy recommendations emphasize integrated governance, financial and technical support, and participatory mechanisms to transform abandoned land into ecological and social assets, promoting sustainability and intergenerational equity.
Keywords:
Abandoned Land; International Environmental Law; Public Trust Doctrine
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