The core values are aimed at fostering a more inclusive, harmonious, and equitable society.
1. Civility
Promoting respect, tolerance, and ethical behavior in public and private life.
Implications
Strengthening social cohesion: Encourages respectful discourse, reducing divisive rhetoric across ethnic, religious, and political lines.
Reforming governance: Civility in public administration may lead to more transparent, accountable, and people-oriented governance.
Cultural renaissance: Revitalizing Malaysia's multicultural identity by fostering mutual respect and unity.
2. Care
Ensuring policies and systems prioritize the well-being of all, especially marginalized groups.
Implications
Social safety nets: Greater focus on social programs addressing poverty, healthcare access, and education for vulnerable communities.
Inclusive economic growth: Policies may prioritize equitable wealth distribution, bridging urban-rural and class divides.
Sustainability: Encourages environmental stewardship, reflecting care for future generations.
3. Compassion
Fostering empathy and kindness in societal and institutional interactions.
Implications
Healing societal divisions: Promotes reconciliation and empathy in addressing historical grievances (e.g., ethnic inequalities, political partisanship).
Humanizing development: Shifts focus from pure economic metrics to holistic well-being (e.g., happiness, mental health).
Community empowerment: Empathy-driven initiatives that empower communities to collaborate and innovate solutions for local challenges.
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