Population ageing and social protection in Malaysia / Suhaimi Abd. Samad, Halimah Awang, Prof. Datuk Dr. Norma Mansor (original) (raw)

The research explores the implications of an ageing population in Malaysia, addressing the challenges and inefficiencies in social protection mechanisms for the elderly. It provides an overview of social insurance schemes, including the Employees Provident Fund and the Armed Forces Fund Board, while examining issues such as inadequate savings, rising life expectancy, and the impact of demographic changes. Policy recommendations for enhancing social support systems and encouraging active participation from NGOs and the private sector are highlighted.