According to recent data released by the Ministry of Public Administration and Security, the number of people over the age of 70 has reached 631 by the end of 2023940,000 people, surpassing the population of the 20-29 age group of 619 for the first time750,000 people. This trend indicates that South Korea is rapidly entering a super-aging society, with the proportion of the elderly population expected to exceed 20% next year.
The city of Seoul, the capital and largest city of South Korea, is a microcosm of this aging trend. Here, the number of elderly people over the age of 70 already far exceeds that of young people between the ages of 20 and 29. In many neighborhoods in Seoul, you can see more and more silver-haired people walking in parks, shopping at supermarkets, and riding on buses. Their presence has become a unique part of the city's landscape.
Grandma Lee is a typical elderly person over 70 years old in Seoul. She goes for a walk in the park every morning, chats with friends, and enjoys the sun and fresh air. In the afternoon, she would go to the nearby supermarket to buy groceries and food. On the bus, Grandma Li often sees elderly people of her own age, who either ride alone or support each other, forming a unique group portrait of the elderly.
Grandma Li said that although she is older, her life is still full and happy. She attends the community's senior center, learning about dance, crafts and health with her peers. In addition, she regularly visits the hospital for medical check-ups to make sure she is in good health.
However, the aging population also poses some challenges for the city of Seoul. As the elderly population increases, so does the need for infrastructure such as health care, elderly care services, and public transportation. More money and resources are needed to meet these needs and ensure the quality of life and well-being of older people.
This phenomenon is not accidental, but is an inevitable result of changes in the socio-economic structure of South Korea and the aging of the population. With the advancement of medical technology and the improvement of living standards, the average life expectancy of Koreans continues to increase, while the fertility rate continues to decline. At the same time, economic development and the diversification of employment opportunities have also caused young people to marry later and have children later, or even choose not to marry and have children.
According to **, South Korea will officially enter a super-elderly society with more than 20% of the population over 65 years old next year. As a microcosm of South Korea, Seoul is facing various challenges and opportunities brought about by an aging population. **Enterprises and all sectors of society need to work together to develop effective policies and measures to deal with the problem of population ageing and ensure the quality of life of the elderly and the sustainable development of society.
In short, the phenomenon that the number of people over the age of 70 in Korea exceeds the age group of 20 to 29 is an inevitable consequence of the aging of the population. The city of Seoul, as one of the representative cities of South Korea, is undergoing this historic transformation. and enterprises need to take measures to cope with the aging of the population to ensure sustainable socio-economic development. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to the needs and rights of the elderly population, and provide them with better living security and care.
In order to cope with the challenges of an aging population, the Seoul Metropolitan Government** has taken a series of measures. First of all, they have increased their investment in elderly care services, built more nursing homes and apartments for the elderly, and provided a safe and comfortable living environment for the elderly. In addition, it also encourages and supports social organizations and individuals to participate in pension services to form a diversified service system.
Secondly, the city of Seoul** has strengthened the construction of public transportation facilities to provide more convenient travel conditions for the elderly. On the buses, there are special seats for the elderly and priority boarding is provided. In addition, free or discounted public transport for the elderly has been introduced to reduce their travel burden.
In terms of health care, the Seoul Metropolitan Government has increased its investment in medical security for the elderly and increased the reimbursement rate for medical insurance. In addition, medical institutions are also encouraged to carry out special medical services for the elderly, such as home care, etc., to meet their special needs.
In addition to the efforts, the community of Seoul also plays an important role. Many communities have organized various activities, such as health talks, fitness classes, cultural performances, etc., to enrich the spiritual life of the elderly. The community also provides some services for the elderly, such as **, companion travel, etc., to help them solve difficulties in life.
However, despite some measures that have been taken by ** and all sectors of society, the aging population still poses a huge challenge to the city of Seoul. As the elderly population increases, so does the burden on the social security system. **It is necessary to continue to strengthen the construction of social security systems such as pensions and medical insurance to ensure the quality of life and medical security of the elderly.
In addition, changes in the labor market have also had a certain impact on the economy of Seoul City. With the increase of the elderly population, the supply of labor is gradually decreasing, which will bring certain pressure to economic development. ** and businesses need to take steps to increase the labor force participation rate of the older population while encouraging young people to have children in order to maintain sustainable economic development.
In conclusion, Seoul, as a microcosm of South Korea, is facing the challenges and opportunities of an aging population. **Businesses and all sectors of society need to work together to develop effective policies and measures to address the ageing population. Improve the quality of life and well-being of the elderly by strengthening infrastructure such as elderly care services, public transportation and health care. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to the needs of the labor market and economic development to ensure the sustainable development of society. Only in this way will Seoul be able to successfully cope with the challenges of an aging population and become a harmonious society where everyone can enjoy their old age in peace.