ageing societies

Hong Kong has one of the world’s longest life expectancies, a distinction it has maintained for much of the past decade according to data from the city’s Centre for Health Protection. However, longer lifespans do not necessarily ensure healthier, more fulfilling, or financially secure lives, raising new challenges for healthcare systems in ageing societies.

The article explores declining global birth rates and the challenges posed by ageing societies, highlighting their widespread societal and economic impacts.