Strengthening national social insurance framework covers comprehensive development of individuals, country, says Anwar


KUALA LUMPUR: The strengthening of the national social insurance framework is not only based on employment but also encompasses the overall development of individuals and the country, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Chairing the Malaysian Social Protection Council (MySPC) meeting on Thursday (May 30), he said the initiative could shift the approach from welfare-based social assistance to risk protection according to the life cycle of Malaysians.

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