{
  "id": 1672708,
  "title": "Kampar leads Malaysia in ageing population: 12.6pc of population aged 65 and above by 2025",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/kampar-leads-malaysia-in-ageing-population-12-6pc-of-population-aged",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-18T08:29:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/08/18/kampar-leads-malaysia-in-ageing-population-126pc-of-population-aged-65-and-above-by-2025/231808"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kampar district in Malaysia is projected to have the highest percentage of older citizens by 2025, with 12.6% of its population aged 65 and above, according to the National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN). This exceeds both the national average of 8% and Perak's proportion of 10.2%, indicating ageing as a significant demographic issue for the district. The trend is attributed to enhanced life expectancy and shifting demographics, such as younger residents moving to urban areas like Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, and Penang for employment, leaving older individuals behind. Additionally, some retirees opt to return to Kampar for a more tranquil lifestyle. Perak currently leads the nation in the proportion of residents aged 65 and above, followed by Kedah, Sarawak, Perlis, and Penang. The state's overall population growth remains modest at 0.2% annually, while the share of individuals aged 60 and above increased from 14.9% in 2024 to 15.3% in 2025. The demographic shift raises concerns about Perak's future workforce and the need for a dedicated care-economy policy, as well as standardized regulations for senior care centers, given the disparities among states and local authorities. The LPPKN deputy chairman, Juwairiya Zulkifli, emphasized the importance of implementing the newly proposed Social Workers Act to ensure the presence of qualified care workers. She stressed that government agencies, private enterprises, and non-governmental organizations must bolster support systems for senior citizens as Malaysia progresses further into an ageing nation.",
  "summary": "IPOH, Aug 18 — Kampar has the highest proportion of older citizens in Malaysia, with 12.6 per cent of its populati...",
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        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Kampar leads Malaysia in ageing population: 12.6pc of population aged 65 and above by 2025",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/kampar-leads-malaysia-in-ageing-population-12-6pc-of-population-aged-1674031",
        "published": "2026-08-18T08:29:26.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}