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Shocking statistics on China’s ageing population

By Meredith Wyse, Posted 19 June 2013 See more by this blogger

Ageing as a policy issue is becoming of increasing importance in the world's most populous country, China. There are currently 194 million people over the age of 60 in China and this number is predicted to increase to 440... Keep reading
Addressing ageing and food security in Africa

By Nesta Hatendi, Posted 11 June 2013 See more by this blogger

As the recent G8 Nutrition Summit shows, governments and NGOs have often overlooked the nutrition needs and food security of older people. The event, held on 8 June, brought together global leaders from diverse fields, including science, politics and... Keep reading
New report reveals insight into the situation of older people in Myanmar

By Jessie George, Posted 12 March 2013 See more by this blogger

Population ageing is one of the biggest challenges facing East Asia. In Myanmar, currently about 9% of the population is aged above 60 and this is expected to rise rapidly. By 2050, it is estimated that older people will... Keep reading
The Serbia I want

By Natasa Todorovic, Posted 11 March 2013 See more by this blogger

In my work coordinating the Red Cross of Serbia's activities for older people, I meet many older men and women who boldly state their views on how their lives can be improved through communal action. 17.4% of the Serbian... Keep reading
European Commission launches its proposals for the post-2015 framework

By Ellen Graham, Posted 01 March 2013 See more by this blogger

This week in a cold grey Brussels, the European Commission (EC) launched its long-awaited communication on the post-2015 framework. This communication will help frame the European Union (EU) debate on this process in coming months and will contribute to... Keep reading