(Islamic tithe) funds and NGO efforts becoming vital lifelines. Unemployment

The economic pressures of 2021 also influenced what Malay men and women prioritized in a future spouse:

Malaysian Youth Expectations of Social Media Influencers (SMI)

: Livestock feasts were replaced by Zoom and YouTube livestreams, allowing extended family members to witness the nuptials safely from home. 3. Domestic Strains and the Mental Health Crisis