More care workers expected as M’sia becomes ageing nation


PUTRAJAYA: The number of care workers is expected to go up in view of Malaysia’s status as an ageing society in 2030, says the Women, Family and Community Development Minister.

Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said the ministry had trained 655 people since 2018 with this year’s target set at 385.

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