Over the decades, Singapore has experienced increasing life expectancy and falling fertility rates. These are trends also observed in many other parts of the world and in Asia. In fact, global population ageing will accelerate.
According to the International Monetary Fund, today there are nearly 750 million people aged over 65, as compared to 129 million in the world in 1965. And this figure is expected to reach 2.5 billion by 2100. The number of centenarians is also rising—from 20,000 in 1965 to a projected 19 million by 2100.
How can professionals in healthcare and government use research evidence to inform policy and help shape the future of care for senior citizens? How can economic and social policy prepare us better for the demographic transition and build stronger trust and confidence in country leadership? Singapore has been noted for its holistic approach towards ageing, health, and long-term care. What lessons can be learnt from Singapore’s experience and those of other countries?
Join our Asia Thinker Series on “Ageing Realities: Shaping future policy and care” where experts on our panel will discuss and explore what is needed to build better aged care systems and policies.