When asked about heritage conservation issues, the questions focused on four main question types: impact, values, challenges/difficulties and suggestions. More specifically,
What are the positive impacts brought by heritage conservation?
What values are reflected in the views on heritage conservation?
What possible challenges/difficulties are faced by the government in dealing with heritage conservation
Suggest possible ways for the government to conserve heritage
The following sections list some universal answers to these questions. For a more detailed explanation for the bullet points, click here.
Improving the quality of life of the people
Preserving history and culture
Building one's identity
Increasing economic revenue
Enhancing overall national strength
Owners put their personal interests first
Government puts public opinion first
Businesses prioritise economic development
Conservationists prioritise traditional culture
Difficulties in balancing the views of stakeholders
Lack of public awareness of conservation
Policy restrictions
Insufficient resources available
Incorporating views of different stakeholders
Opening up management authority
Developing a sustainable tourism model
Establishing comprehensive legislation to protect heritage
Amending the existing legislation
Increasing available resources