Experts call for ‘Ministry of Longevity’ to prepare Malaysia for aged nation status
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 — Malaysia should coordinate efforts and policies when it comes to longevity and older people,...
Malaysia should establish a centralized body to coordinate policies and efforts related to longevity and aging, according to Prof. Emerita Tan Sri Dr Sharifah Hapsah Syed Hasan, president of the National Council of Women's Organisations (NCWO) Malaysia. The proposed coordinating body, which could take the form of a council or committee, would involve collaboration between the government, private sector, and non-governmental organizations.
It would address various aspects of aging, including economic, social, health, and educational factors. Currently, different ministries handle specific matters concerning older people, such as the National Ageing Blueprint 2025-2045 under the Ministry of Economy and the Malaysia Care Strategic Framework and Action Plan (2026–2030) under the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development.
Dr Sharifah argued that a coordinating body would ensure a more comprehensive approach to longevity and aging in Malaysia.
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