Rohani (right) looking at Yak Sulai, 82, who is sobbing as she relates her story during a Chinese New Year visit to Rumah Seri Kenangan in Kota Samarahan. — ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE / The Star
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Malaysia is set to become an ageing nation in 14 years’ time and the government is making preparations to address the rising number of senior citizens in the future.
Women, Welfare and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Rohani Abdul Karim said 10 to 15% of the country’s population would be 60 years old and above by 2030 or 2035.
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