GEORGE TOWN, Nov. 18 -- Penang is expected to achieve its target of becoming an age-friendly city by 2030 as the state rolls out a series of initiatives to strengthen senior well-being, expand social support systems and enhance climate resilience through nature-based urban projects.

State social development, welfare and non-Islamic religious affairs committee chairman Lim Siew Khim said the state government, together with the Penang Island City Council (MBPP), has introduced initiatives to encourage senior participation in the workforce.

The Sungai Pinang assemblyman said this is to ensure senior citizens remain active and productive.

"Through the senior citizens empowerment programme, MBPP offers opportunities for retirees such as tea...