Yesterday, I was at Menara Manulife in Bukit Damansara for the exclusive media meet event for Living Longer, Staying Independent: Redefining Legacy with Manulife Malaysia. As Malaysians prepare for longer lives, many are placing greater importance on maintaining their independence as they age, according to the latest findings from the Manulife Asia Care Survey 2026: Independence as the New Legacy. The study found that Malaysians increasingly view self-reliance, good health, financial security, and avoiding becoming a burden on loved ones as the legacy they can leave their families. The survey, which gathered insights from more than 9,000 respondents across Asia, including 1,000 in Malaysia, explores attitudes toward longevity, health, caregiving, retirement preparedness, and financial well-being. Independence as the New Legacy The findings reflect a shift in how Malaysians are defining what it means to live well in later life. Rather than focusing solely on longevity, many are plac...
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