The document discusses Malaysia's emphasis on human development programs in response to rapid economic growth and social problems over the past 30 years. The government aims to produce a developed society through targeting youth with special programs that develop people physically, mentally, and spiritually to withstand challenges and maintain strong values.

1. UNIT 5 CHAPTER 15 HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

2. Objectives: Identify the special governmental human development programme. Discuss Malaysia’s role and emphasis on the development of knowledge

3. Introduction Chapter 15 deals with efforts to developed a balanced Malaysian society. In the past 30 years Malaysia experienced rapid economic development – KLCC Twin Towers, KLIA,Penang Bridge and KOMTAR. Malaysia encountered social problems – decline of family values, increase in drug addictions and HIV/AIDS. This urged the govt. to emphasise on human development and the target group is the youths. The aim is to produce a developed and modern society with strong spiritual values and able to withstand any challenges both physically and mentally.