Golden outlook: Malaysia is projected to become an aged society by 2048, when the proportion of its population aged 65 and above will exceed 14%.
KUALA LUMPUR: As the country heads towards becoming an ageing nation, a government backbencher has proposed the establishment of a dedicated ministry to oversee senior citizens and address challenges they face.
Sim Tze Tzin (PH-Bayan Baru) said that since many young people are getting married later or some are deciding not to get married at all, there should be a proper strategy to deal with the situation.
