Fostering Mutual Interest: Exploring the Dynamics of Regional Government Relations with the Regional People's Legislative Assembly in North Central Timor Regency

Abstract

Purpose: This study aims to determine the Mutual Interest Pattern in the Relationship between the Regional Government and the Regional People's Representative Council.

Approach/Methodology/Design: This study uses a qualitative method. Descriptive research is a type of research that aims to analyze in depth a phenomenon. This study describes more about a phenomenon and does not carry out calculations using statistical figures.

Findings: The results show that the dimension of mutual interest is influenced by weak respect, trust between the two institutions, strong domination by political parties by ignoring the interests of society. As a result, the final result in the form of an outcome, namely increasing the welfare of the community, is considered to have not been successful.