Lee King Sing: Seniors Are Society’s Pillars - Sarawak Government Proactively Plans to Meet Challenges

(Miri, 24th) Sarawak Minister of Transport and President of the Miri Hakka Association, Dato Sri Lee King Sing, pointed out that seniors are not only the important pillars of society but also role models for families and communities. With their positive attitude, talents, and singing, they demonstrate the spirit of “the older, the more wonderful.”
He said that seniors have contributed their precious efforts to Sarawak’s development in the past, and even now continue to bring happiness through their singing and talents, becoming exemplary models for the younger generation.
“With each session held, participation has increased, showing everyone’s enthusiasm and support for the event. I hope this kind of exchange platform can continue,
encouraging seniors to step outside, integrate into society, and maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.”

Lee King Sing emphasized that the Sarawak government has always attached great importance to the well-being of seniors, and has introduced a number of people-oriented policies, including:
· Kenyalang Gold Card (KGC): Seniors enjoy store discounts, clinic and pharmacy benefits, and convenient services;
· Sarawak Healthy Community for the Elderly Plan (SCHB): Those aged 60 and above can receive up to RM500 in medical subsidies for designated clinic medical expenses;
· Active Ageing Initiative: Encourages seniors to participate in social and community activities to maintain physical and mental health.
He added that, according to forecasts, Sarawak will become Malaysia’s most aged state by 2028, entering an ageing society earlier than the national forecast of 2030. The state government has taken forward-looking measures, including organizing the Sarawak International Conference on Ageing (SICA 2025) in Kuching on October 28-29 this year, and promoting the “Preparation for an Ageing Sarawak” study to ensure that no senior is neglected by society.
Lee King Sing made these remarks when attending the fifth session, sixth "Miri 12 Clans Seniors Talent/Singing Exchange Luncheon" hosted on a rotating basis by the Miri Hakka Association at the Fu Hua Lou Chinese Restaurant, Imperial Hotel Miri. The 12 clan groups presented wonderful performances in turn, fully demonstrating the unity and vitality of the senior community in Miri.