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Asia's ageing population could bring a 'silver dividend'
What is the expected number of people aged 60 and over in Asia Pacific by 2050?
Outline the main health challenges facing this group
Explain how declining fertility rates and increasing life expectancies are contributing to the rapid ageing of societies in the Asia-Pacific region
Suggest two policy measures that could help address the economic impacts of population aging in the Asia-Pacific region.
Considering the challenges and opportunities associated with ageing populations, assess the potential for achieving a “silver dividend” in the Asia-Pacific region
Richard Allaway, International School of Geneva/geographyalltheway.com