Overview
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Explore the global demographic shift towards hyper-aging in this 56-minute conference talk from the Milken Institute's Asia Summit 2015. Gain insights into the challenges and opportunities presented by increasing longevity and lower birth rates, particularly in rapidly aging Asian populations. Discover how retirement is being reimagined, with older adults pursuing continued work, education, and community contributions. Learn about the emerging longevity economy and its potential for strengthening societies and expanding economies. Understand how companies, policymakers, and investors can respond effectively to the changing demographic landscape. Examine topics such as Japan's aging population, personal perspectives on aging, the longevity dividend, and strategies for keeping people engaged. Delve into policy considerations, social infrastructure, and the importance of finding purpose in later life.
Syllabus
Introduction
Why Care
Japans Aging
Personal Perspective on Aging
The Longevity Dividend
How to Keep People Engaged
Japans Response
Three Wishes
Personal Responsibility
Policy Awareness
Public Perspective
Questions
Social and Soft Infrastructure
Policy
Human Capital
The Ultimate Question
The Conversation Project
The Purpose of Your Life
Taught by
Milken Institute