SocietyChina’s families now support more older people than children
China’s government says the elderly dependency ratio rose to 23% last year, surpassing the 22% rate for children for the first time. More than 223 million people in China are aged 65 or older. Analysts say the shift could strain pensions, healthcare and long-term care as birth rates remain low.
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BBC News★★★☆☆2026-10-27 23:16Original
China’s families now support more older people than children
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