INTERACTIVE: Malaysians cannot afford to live longer


  • Nation
  • Saturday, 19 Sep 2020

PETALING JAYA: A longer life expectancy is often seen as a blessing but the reality is that many Malaysians simply cannot afford to live longer due to insufficient savings and the absence of retirement plans.

Khazanah Research Institute (KRI) revealed that nearly 40% of workers – including those employed in formal full-time jobs – did not have retirement savings plans.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

SID 2026: Protecting your family in the digital age
Parents: Give us more time to gauge readiness of our kids
New entry tests for Year One to be unveiled soon
Hip fractures to triple by 2050
Climate Change Bill set for first reading
PM: Reforms, clean-up needed in Armed Forces
Early Year One entry may strain schools further
Ex-military chiefs to be charged this week
A third of Malaysia’s water pipes past their prime
DIPN will sharpen our military edge, say experts

Others Also Read