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WHAT'S NEXT?: Between 2000 and 2050, the proportion of the world's population aged over 60 will double from about 11 per cent to 22 per cent.

  • [New] The Member States of WHO South-East Asia Region today adopted Colombo Declaration on 'Healthy ageing through strengthened primary health care', aimed at health and well-being of its ageing population, expected to double by 2050. The Official Government News Portal of Sri Lanka
  • [New] In 2026, seniors can expect to have access to a range of government-funded programs and services, such as Medicare, the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, and the aged care system. / Australia QT News
  • [New] As of 2026, the eligibility age for the Age Pension is expected to be 67 years old, with a minimum of 10 years of Australian residence. QT News
  • [New] In 2026, the base rate for the Age Pension is expected to be around $925 per fortnight for a single person and $1,395 per fortnight for a couple. / Australia QT News
  • [New] In the United Kingdom, the Mansion House Reforms aim to direct pension capital into private investments, with the Mansion House Accord targeting £50 billion in defined contribution pension investment in private assets by 2030. Augment Market
  • [New] By 2050, there will be 52 people aged 65 and over for every 100 working-age adults, increasing pressure on pension systems worldwide. CNBC
  • [New] Norges Bank Investment Management, which manages the Norwegian Government Pension Fund (the world's largest sovereign wealth fund), seeks to ensure all companies in its portfolio commit to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 or earlier. Reccessary
  • [New] The exodus of Medicare Advantage plans from rural communities highlights the risks for seniors who rely on the privatized plans, which are under no obligation to offer coverage year-over-year. National Today
  • [New] Growing elderly population, rising disposable income, an increased public awareness and access to treatment for the patient population are expected to bring significant growth for pain management devices in the Asia Pacific region. iHealthcareAnalyst, Inc. - Healthcare Market Research
  • [New] By 2060, retirees in the bottom 70% to the bottom 80% would see their payable benefits increase. Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget
  • [New] Utah will receive $100 million to fund replacement of the ageing Highline Canal with an enclosed pipeline. MCAA
  • [New] To move to Switzerland, foreign pensioners must purchase insurance that will cover their medical expenses. Imperial & Legal
  • [New] An estimated 300,000 new electricians will be needed over the next decade, on top of replacing roughly 200,000 upcoming retirees. Fortune
  • [New] The future of ageing in Asia will be defined not by a single solution, but by a seamless ecosystem of care. PingAn
  • [New] 2026 and beyond will begin a period of extreme medical breakthroughs, including discoveries that will slow ageing and improve cellular longevity. Sky HISTORY TV channel
  • [New] Ageing demographics with 2 billion people aged 60+ expected by 2050, combined with rising procedure volumes (over 1 million annual hip / knee replacements in the U.S. alone), create sustained demand. Persistence Market Research
  • [New] As Australia continues adapting to an ageing population and evolving economic conditions, staying informed and financially prepared will remain the key to navigating retirement with confidence and security. NH News
  • [New] Beyond pension adjustments, aged care reforms introduced in 2026 are expected to significantly influence household finances for many seniors. NH News
  • [New] Until then, thousands of ageing, unsuitable products will continue to flood Nigeria. Al Jazeera
  • [New] The UK government is under pressure to step up its expectations for how pension funds incorporate climate risks into their financial calculations. IPE
  • [New] The World Health Organization is now urging countries to rethink and improve how they support older adults, especially as the world reaches the midpoint of the UN Decade of Healthy Ageing (2021-2030). Eldercare Outlook

Last updated: 08 April 2026



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