I don’t have direct knowledge of the specific projects you are referring to, but I’d approach those claims with a degree of critical curiosity. While consultations with local residents can enrich projects, the reality can be more complex. Projects labelled as “supporting traditional culture” or “consulting local residents” often reflect …
I don’t have direct knowledge of the specific projects you are referring to, but I’d approach those claims with a degree of critical curiosity. While consultations with local residents can enrich projects, the reality can be more complex. Projects labelled as “supporting traditional culture” or “consulting local residents” often reflect the priorities of state planners or external investors rather than the genuine aspirations of local communities, which can sometimes lead to a “heritage industry” effect.
If you do get the chance to visit, I’d love to hear your impressions, particularly about the extent to which local communities feel empowered by these developments.
I don’t have direct knowledge of the specific projects you are referring to, but I’d approach those claims with a degree of critical curiosity. While consultations with local residents can enrich projects, the reality can be more complex. Projects labelled as “supporting traditional culture” or “consulting local residents” often reflect the priorities of state planners or external investors rather than the genuine aspirations of local communities, which can sometimes lead to a “heritage industry” effect.
If you do get the chance to visit, I’d love to hear your impressions, particularly about the extent to which local communities feel empowered by these developments.