SocietyOfficial figures show China’s elderly dependency ratio overtaking that of children for the first time
China’s elderly dependency ratio rose to 23% last year, exceeding the child dependency ratio of 22% for the first time, official figures show. Analysts call the shift a milestone that could put pressure on pensions, healthcare and long-term care, while reshaping family and public spending priorities.
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BBC Chinese★★★☆☆2026-10-28 08:26Original
Official figures show China’s elderly dependency ratio overtaking that of children for the first time
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