Ageing and Longevity

An ageing population could be good for the economy. Here's why

People practice Laughter Yoga during the "World Laughter Day" celebrations in Hong Kong May 6, 2012. Laughter yoga was launched in 1995 by Dr. Madan Kataria, a physician in India, and there are now more than 6,000 clubs in 60 countries, the organization said. REUTERS/Tyrone Siu (CHINA - Tags: SOCIETY HEALTH) - RTR31O4A

The global population is ageing. Image: REUTERS/Tyrone Siu

Nick Bunker
Policy Analyst, Washington Center for Equitable Growth
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