IN a move lauded for its empathy yet scrutinised for its long-term implications, Malaysia’s Employees Provident Fund (EPF) has introduced Account 3 to offer financially strapped members a lifeline.
While this initiative seeks to mitigate immediate financial hardships, it also sparks concerns about the future economic security of retirees, illustrating the balance between providing immediate assistance and maintaining wise financial management.
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