Consider This: Elder Abuse (Part 1) — Are Older Malaysians Adequately Protected?

Malaysia is on track to become an aged nation in the coming years, bringing new social and policy challenges. Among them is elder abuse, a problem experts say remains under-recognised despite its potentially devastating consequences. As policymakers are currently considering new legislation for senior citizens, what reforms are needed to ensure older persons in Malaysia are adequately protected. To mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Melisa Idris speaks with Mafrukhin Mokhtar, Head of the Research and Development Department at Agensi Kaunseling dan Pengurusan Kredit (AKPK).