Keywords: Aging population


South Korea records more than 10 million employed seniors for the first time

South Korea has reached a historic milestone as the number of employed people aged 55 to 79 has exceeded 10 million for the first time, reflecting the country's rapidly aging population and the changing nature of its labor market. According to the latest official statistics, the senior population......

French physiotherapists to provide preventive health assessments from October

France will allow physiotherapists to conduct official preventive health assessments beginning in October 2026, broadening access to early health screening as part of the country's strategy to strengthen preventive medicine. The measure was confirmed by the French Ministry of Health after a decree......

Japan’s population falls below 120 million for the first time in 42 years

Japan’s population has fallen below 120 million for the first time in more than four decades, according to official government figures released on Wednesday, highlighting the country’s deepening demographic crisis driven by a persistent decline in births and a rapidly aging society. The......

Germany considers raising retirement age to 70 amid pension system pressure

Germany is reportedly exploring far-reaching reforms to its pension system, including a potential gradual increase in the retirement age to as high as 70, as policymakers seek to address mounting financial pressure caused by demographic change. A government-appointed expert commission, established under......

New York’s Lincoln Center offers free concerts designed for people living with dementia

The Lincoln Center in New York has launched a series of free concerts specifically designed for people living with dementia and their caregivers, offering an innovative blend of classical music and therapeutic engagement aimed at improving quality of life for attendees. The program brings together internationally......

Over one in five South Koreans are aged 65 or older as nation becomes super-aged

South Korea’s population is increasingly aging, with more than 21% of its citizens—around 10.8 million people—aged 65 or older in 2025, according to official figures. This marks the country’s deepening status as a “super-aged society,” a classification given to nations......

Morocco's Fertility Decline Signals Demographic Challenges

Morocco faces a declining fertility rate and an aging population, reshaping its demographic landscape. Rising living costs and limited job opportunities are among the main reasons behind smaller family sizes. Moroccan women now average 1.97 children, below the replacement level of 2.1 needed to sustain......

Over 95,000 Japanese individuals are aged 100 or older, with the majority being women

Japan's centenarian population has reached an unprecedented high, with over 95,000 individuals aged 100 or older, according to the latest government data. This remarkable milestone sheds light on the country's unique demographic landscape and the challenges it poses to its economy. As of September......

China's Retirement Age Reform: Balancing Longevity and Economic Stability

In a significant policy shift aimed at addressing its rapidly aging population and strained pension system, China has announced plans to gradually increase its statutory retirement age over the next five years. This decision, part of a series of resolutions adopted at the recent Third Plenum, a crucial......