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China's ageing population: A demographic crisis is unfolding for Xi

Laura Bicker
02 May 2024
16 min
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China faces challenges from a rapidly ageing population and increasing number of retirees.

Summary

  1. Farmers lack pensions, many have to continue working into old age.
  2. Fewer children and younger people moving to cities, affects traditional family care.
  3. New policies may adjust retirement age and incentivise private sector.
READ China's ageing population: A demographic crisis is unfolding for Xi

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