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The Kedah Development Authority (KEDA) celebrated its 45th anniversary, emphasizing its pivotal role in promoting rural development. Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid highlighted the achievements of the agency since its establishment in 1981.
The Indonesian Ministry of Rural Development has announced a new partnership aimed at establishing 5,000 export villages to boost economic development in rural areas. This initiative was revealed during a memorandum of understanding signing ceremony with several organizations, including Parisan 8.
The Egyptian Ministry of Housing announced significant achievements of the 'Decent Life' project, which has transformed rural villages from neglect to comprehensive development. The initiative aims to improve living standards and provide essential services.
The Indonesian Minister of Rural Development, Yandri Susanto, announced government support for an initiative to establish model villages across various regions. This step aims to enhance sustainable development and improve the quality of life in rural areas.
The Assiut Governorate has announced the launch of a project aimed at improving unpaved roads to facilitate citizen movement and enhance transportation in rural areas. This initiative is part of the government's efforts to develop infrastructure in these regions.
Recent data reveals that the poverty rate in Indonesian villages reached <strong>11.03%</strong> in March 2025, highlighting the urgent need for infrastructure improvement and community development in rural areas. The Indonesian government is actively pursuing initiatives to enhance living standards.
Indonesian Minister of Rural Development, Yandri Susanto, urged village heads in Padang Pariaman to identify their villages' potential to enhance the local economy. This call came during a meeting with local officials, emphasizing the importance of utilizing available natural resources.
Indonesian Minister of Rural Development, Yandri Susanto, has called on the National Zakat Agency (Baznas) to collaborate on the 'Zakat Village' program aimed at improving local community welfare. This announcement was made during a meeting with the head of Baznas in Jakarta.
Indonesian Minister of Rural Development, Yandri Susanto, urged villages to effectively utilize digitalization to boost the marketing of local products during a meeting with the Governor of Tanggamus, Muhammad Saleh Asnawi, in Jakarta. He emphasized the importance of accessing both national and international markets.
The Chinese government has called on American companies to seize opportunities from the rural revitalization campaign launched by Beijing. Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Zhang Zheli, emphasized the need for these companies' capabilities to align with agricultural and rural development needs.