Public Property Between Legal Protection and Economic Development

Abstract

This paper explores the nuanced balance between legal protection and economic development of public property in Morocco, emphasizing how public assets play a central role in the national economy and the challenges involved in ensuring their sustainable management. Public property, encompassing natural resources, lands, and cultural heritage sites, holds significant economic potential yet requires robust legal oversight to prevent overuse and degradation. In Morocco, the legal framework for public property is intricate, encompassing both national legislation and local governance systems aimed at safeguarding these resources from exploitation while enabling their economic utilization. This article examines Moroccan legislative provisions, including the Dahir and specific decrees, along with case studies where legal protection has either facilitated sustainable development or hindered economic growth. Through an analysis of Morocco’s legal landscape and economic strategies, this paper offers policy recommendations to help harmonize legal protections with economic goals, aligning with Morocco’s Vision 2030 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Suggestions for further research are also proposed to delve deeper into this intersection of law and economics within Morocco.

Keywords: Public Property Management, Legal Framework, Environmental Protection, Economic Development, Sustainable Development.

Received Date: August 19, 2024                  Accepted Date: September 12, 2024            

Published Date: October 14, 2024

Available Online at: https://www.ijsrisjournal.com/index.php/ojsfiles/article/view/191

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14052638