INTERACTIVE: M’sia risks ‘Kangaroo Tribe’ phenomenon


High living costs and underemployment are forcing more young adults to rely on ageing parents, raising concerns over family strain and weak social protection. — The Star

PETALING JAYA: In some rich countries, soaring living costs combined with a shortage of high-skilled jobs leave many graduates too poor to afford rent or support themselves.

As a result, many rely on their ageing parents well into their golden years.

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