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The development of Malaysia took place properly after its independence in 1957. The New Economic Model (NEM) and 11th Malaysia Plan (11th MP) are among the evidence showing the seriousness of Malaysian government in lifting the economy towards a high growth country. As a fully developed country to be, Malaysia must ensure that both urban and rural areas develop equally, and poverty level is taking care appropriately. The objective of this study was to unravel the progress of economic development in rural area under the scope of regional development as well as in supporting the related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) such as No Poverty, Zero Hunger, Good Health & Wellbeing, Gender Equality, Decent Work & Economic Growth, Reduced Inequalities, and Sustainable Cities & Communities, specifically in Kedah, Malaysia. Interviews and discussion were done with focus groups, headmen of rural village and Development Managers. Findings were derived by using Hermeneutic Analysis. The results demonstrate the improvement of rural economic development but there are variances in the degree of successful since some respondents still struggling in improving their economic condition.
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