Take a cue from Kedah, says PM on underage marriage issue


KUALA LUMPUR: The Prime Minister has called on other states to follow in Kedah's footsteps in addressing the issue of underage marriage.

Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob (pic) said the action plan to address underage marriage is in progress and Kedah has revised its Islamic marriage law to provide protection to the vulnerable groups.

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