The number of senior citizens in Malaysia is projected to double to 5.8 million, or 15.3% of the total population, in the next 13 years. "Malaysia is rapidly heading towards an aging society by jumping two-fold from 7% to 14% in 28 years, compared to Sweden where it took 112 years to reach the same level," Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Rohani Abdul Karim said.She cited improved healthcare and medical technologies, coupled with falling fertility rates, as main factors behind the rise.
The Government is prepared for an ageing population by putting in place aged care and support facilities.
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