5. Hello, my old China
from Inside China
China is predicted to have 400 million retirees in 2035 - the same year the state pension fund is expected to run out. In this episode, Jasmine Tse analyses the central government's race to prepare the nation's finances, infrastructure and health system. Global health policy expert Professor Winnie Yip unpacks the challenges ahead, explains why robots or immigrants won’t fix them, and reveals a shift in China's culture of filial piety and caring for the elderly. Post desk editor Zhou Xin looks…
Embed this episode
No transcript yet.
Frequently asked questions
How long is this episode of Inside China?
This episode is 37 minutes long.
When was this Inside China episode published?
This episode was published on July 14, 2023.
Can I download this Inside China episode?
Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.