PENANG, June 19 (Bernama) — Deputy Minister of Finance II, Yang Berhormat Tuan Steven Sim Chee Keong, officiated the My Money & Me workshop, Malaysian Financial Planning Council’s (MFPC) signature programme held at Universiti Sains Malaysia in Pulau Pinang on 17 June 2023. The programme aimed to elevate financial planning education among Malaysians from all walks of life, empowering them with essential knowledge and skills for effective financial management right up till their retirement years. MFPC conducts these programmes free of charge throughout the year at various venues in the country and online.
The event highlighted four key pillars of financial management: Asset Management, Asset Protection, Asset Accumulation, and Asset Distribution. Highly regarded speakers from MFPC, Bank Negara Malaysia, Securities Commission Malaysia, and the Federation of Investment Managers Malaysia shared their expertise, offering participants invaluable insights and practical guidance. Participants gained much-needed practical strategies and knowledge to make informed financial decisions and achieve their financial goals.