Perak proposal to pay teen wedding couples sparks backlash
By The BriefBrief
A proposal in Malaysia’s Perak state to provide a one-off 500 ringgit payment to first-time couples has drawn backlash after officials said the benefit could apply to children as young as 15. The scheme is under consideration for Perak’s 2027 budget, prompting criticism over risks of legitimising child marriage.
WHO:Critics of the Perak state proposal
WHAT:Backlash over a Perak proposal to fund first-time teen weddings with a 500 ringgit one-off payment that could include minors as young as 15
WHEN:Reported Aug 31, 2026 at 1:46 AM ET
WHERE:Perak, Malaysia
WHY:Critics object to the idea that a state-funded benefit could be extended to minors as young as 15, potentially legitimising child marriage.
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