Ageing populations present considerable challenges to welfare states internationally, and East Asia is no exception. Demographics show that countries in East As

This book explores the causes and trends of population ageing in East Asia and discusses the challenges and impacts of population ageing on public policies.

Examines national ageing policies and programs, the sustainability of existing pension systems, housing and living arrangements, inter-generational transfer, an

Ageing in Asia contains a selection of leading social systems and programs, with interesting case-studies offering innovative and useful lessons. The book cover

Demographers, economists, sociologists and anthropologists analyse the implications of population ageing for family and community welfare and public policy.