On October 4th , 2018, the International Day of Older Persons 2018 was held at Concourse, Main Tower of the University Malaya Medical Center. The theme of “Championing Life and Defying Age” is aim to promote a society where older people are highly valued and recognized as having an integral and active role in their family and community.

This year, the event was officiated by Yang Amat Berbahagia Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali, Wife of Prime Minister of Malaysia. Also present were Yang amat Berbahagia Toh Madam Aishah Ong, University of Malaya’s Pro-Chancellor and 4 guests of special invitation as the icon, Datin Paduka Mother A Mangalam, Yang Berbahagia Tan Sri Emeritus Professor Datuk Dr Augustine Ong Soon Hock, Yang Berbahagia Dato’ Faridah Merican and Yang Berbahagia Datuk Dr. Yim Khai Kee.

Hopefully this ceremony will provide information and exposure to the public on the importance role of senior citizens.