Putrajaya Explores Silver Economy Potential
She said the Economy Ministry, in collaboration with relevant ministries and agencies, may consider setting up a national council on ageing population to spearhead the development of the silver economy, as outlined in the National Ageing Blueprint (NAB) 2025–2045.
'The NAB was presented at the National Economic Action Council meeting on Feb 12, 2025.
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