Neoclassical theory states that land tenure security plays an important role in determining long-term investment for sustainable land use. The case studies from Thailand and Vietnam presented in this paper show contrasting results. Although ethnic minority groups in mountainous regions of northern Thailand are disadvantaged with regard to access to permanent land use rights, long-term investments in land resources is common practice.

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