Hidden Hurdles: Understanding the Issues and Challenges in Rural Economic Development Programs

Ani Juaini Bahrin (), Farah Adilla Ab Rahman () and Asiyah Kassim ()
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Ani Juaini Bahrin: Universiti Teknologi MARA, Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies
Farah Adilla Ab Rahman: Universiti Teknologi MARA, Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies
Asiyah Kassim: Universiti Teknologi MARA, Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies

A chapter in Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Administrative Science (ICAS 2024), 2025, pp 699-716 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract Rural economic development programs play an important role in improving the welfare of communities in remote areas, but their implementation still faces various complex challenges. This study aims to identify and analyze the hidden obstacles that hinder the success of these programs. Through a scoping literature review of publications from 2019 to 2024, this study examines various dimensions of problems that arise in the implementation of rural development programs in various global regions. The results of the analysis show that the main challenges include limited human resources, low agricultural productivity, infrastructure and financial barriers, institutional and governance issues, and environmental impacts and climate change. This study emphasizes the importance of strategies tailored to local characteristics, strengthening governance, community participation, and adaptation to environmental risks to ensure long-term sustainability. These findings provide important insights for policymakers and development practitioners to formulate more effective and sustainable approaches to improve the holistic well-being of rural communities.

Keywords: Rural development; Implementation challenges; Environmental resilience (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.2991/978-94-6463-791-5_71

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