Analysis of the Policy Network Model as a Collaborative Governance Model in Public Policy in Bandung City

Abstract

The complexity of public policy issues requires a governance approach that involves various actors outside the government. Policy networks are one relevant model in supporting collaborative governance because they emphasize interaction and cooperation between actors in the policy process. This study aims to analyze policy networks as a model of collaborative governance in public policy in the city of Bandung. This study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive-analytical research type. The results show that policy networks in Bandung City have not yet fully functioned optimally as a collaborative governance model. The problems found include weak coordination between actors, the dominance of local government in the policy process, the lack of strong formal collaboration mechanisms, differences in interests between actors, the limited capacity of non-governmental actors, and the low level of trust in policy networks. This study concludes that strengthening the policy network requires institutionalizing collaboration, repositioning the role of the government as a facilitator, increasing the capacity of actors, and building trust between actors.