Policy Safety Nets For An Ageing Population

Chai Sen Tyng, Senior Research Officer, Malaysian Research Institute on Ageing (MyAgeing), Universiti Putra Malaysia

29-Sep-23 07:45

Policy Safety Nets For An Ageing Population

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Malaysia is growing old before its economy is getting rich, with 20% of the population projected to be over 65 by 2056. What are the policy frameworks that need to be in place to address the myriad issues that arise with a greater share of elderly in society? We discuss recommendations with Chai Sen Tyng of the Malaysian Research Institute on Ageing (MyAgeing), UPM.

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Produced by: Shazana Mokhtar

Presented by: Shazana Mokhtar, Philip See

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Categories: wellness, health policy

Tags: aging population, malaysia, policy,

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