Dossier
Healthier SG
Coverage of Healthier SG in the Nexus archive.
- Asia’s aging population doesn’t have to be a fiscal burden. With smart planning, it can be a growth opportunity
Asia's aging population, driven by longer lifespans and low fertility rates, poses fiscal challenges but can become a growth opportunity through smart healthcare and labor policies. Singapore and Japan demonstrate strategies to manage rising healthcare costs while maintaining economic sustainability, including preventive care, digitalization, and universal insurance frameworks.