BEIJING: China’s capital, Beijing, is expected to become a “super-aged” city by 2035, with around one-third of its population aged 60 and above, according to the official Beijing Daily.
The demographic shift highlights China’s growing challenge of an ageing population, as policymakers seek to address declining birth rates and their potential impact on the country’s economy.
Population planning has become a key part of China’s economic strategy, with the government stepping up efforts to encourage childbirth and address long-term demographic pressures.
According to Reuters estimates, the potential cost of measures to boost births could reach around 180 billion yuan ($26.92 billion) this year.
China has been facing demographic challenges in recent years, prompting authorities to introduce measures aimed at supporting families and encouraging people to have children.
Beijing’s projected transition to a super-aged city underscores the urgency of addressing the economic and social implications of an ageing population, including pressure on healthcare services, pension systems and the workforce.
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