Groups worry new age limit may affect govt aid to youths


  • Nation
  • Sunday, 14 Jul 2019

PETALING JAYA: Following the government’s move to lower the age limit for youths from 40 to 30, several quarters are now raising concerns whether recipients of some government schemes and aid will be affected.

Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia Young Entrepreneurs Committee vice-chairman Ken Yap (pic) cited the example of the BSN MyHome (Youth Housing Scheme).

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