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General : AKPK Celebrates 20th Anniversary, Strengthens Strategic Partnerships

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- The Credit Counselling and Debt Management Agency (AKPK) marked its 20th anniversary by launching the “Rencah Kita Pelbagai Rasa, Satu Makna” programme, aimed at strengthening ties with its strategic partners.

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