Beyond the Numbers: Understanding Sarawak’s Poverty Paradox

Sarawak’s World Bank high-income label masks urban destitution and rural isolation. A localized Multidimensional Poverty Index reveals elderly urban poor, chronic illness, and infrastructure gaps. Policymakers under the 13th Malaysia Plan and PCDS 2030 shift toward differentiated, inclusive poverty solutions.

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Beyond the Numbers: Understanding Sarawak’s Poverty Paradox

Sarawak’s World Bank high-income label masks urban destitution and rural isolation. A localized Multidimensional Poverty Index reveals elderly urban poor, chronic illness, and infrastructure gaps. Policymakers under the 13th Malaysia Plan and PCDS 2030 shift toward differentiated, inclusive poverty solutions.

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