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DID YOU KNOW?

The world is aging fast — and mostly in emerging economies
Source: The Journal, page 6
By 2050, there will be 2.1+ billion older people (65+). 80% will live in low- and middle-income countries.
THE TAKEAWAY:
Countries that plan now can turn demographic change into opportunity. X Co. is partnering globally to support preparation.

DID YOU KNOW?

Many older adults must keep working, and women face the steepest hurdles
Source: The Journal, page 43
In low-income countries, 50% of men and 34% of women age 65+ remain in the workforce — more than double the rates in high-income countries. Women also live longer but spend more years in poor health, with fewer assets and less pension coverage.
THE TAKEAWAY:
Pension reforms that include informal-sector workers and address gender gaps can ensure income security and dignity for older women and men.

DID YOU KNOW?

The Americas are driving progress in the UN Decade of Healthy Aging
Source: The Journal, page 46
Under the 2021-2030 initiative, countries in the Region of the Americas show strong momentum:
  • 91% have a national aging policy
  • ~70% have mechanisms to protect older persons' rights
  • Over 50% are implementing income-generating supports for older adults
THE TAKEAWAY:
Scaling age-friendly communities, person-centered care, and anti-ageism efforts can ensure longer, healthier lives across the region and beyond.

DID YOU KNOW?

The Asia-Pacific region will define global aging
Source: The Journal, page 50
Asia-Pacific already has 503 million people age 65+ (10.5% of its population), accounting for ~60% of the world's older adults. By 2050, the region will approach 1 billion older people.
THE TAKEAWAY:
With aging accelerating due to rapid fertility and mortality declines, what Asia-Pacific does now will shape global aging trends for decades to come.
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