The Integration of Region Development Planning in Donggala Regency, Central Sulawesi Province, an Underdeveloped Region in Indonesia

This study aims to identify key sectors suitable for development to promote economic growth and to assess economic growth pattern of Donggala Regency. This study aims also to determine the primary sectors that should be accorded development priority in Donggala Regency. Data was collected through documentation and questionnaire methods, which were subsequently analyzed using Location Quotient (LQ), Klassen Typology, and Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP). The LQ analysis showed the presence of six basic sectors in Donggala Regency. Furthermore, the Klassen Typology identified quadrant I which included mining and quarrying, as well as government administration, defense, and social security sectors as mandatory. Results further showed that quadrant II comprised the agricultural, forestry, fisheries, construction, wholesale and retail trade, along with car and motorcycle repair sectors. Additionally, the AHP results showed mining and quarrying as priority sectors within Donggala Regency.