Kuala Lumpur: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised that the National Ageing Action Framework must incorporate short, medium, and long-term action plans and be implemented across all relevant ministries and agencies.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Anwar, who is also the Finance Minister, stated that the decision was made during the first National Economic Action Council (MTEN) meeting of 2025, following a presentation by the Economy Ministry. The meeting focused on ensuring that the framework effectively addresses the ageing population’s needs through coordinated efforts by various sectors.

The meeting was also briefed on economic prospects, challenges, and priorities by Bank Negara Malaysia. Anwar highlighted the importance of policy coordination across the government to foster a positive economic environment. He stressed that structural reforms are essential to strengthen the nation’s economic resilience, which is a key aspect of the framework’s successful implementation.