The discussion, which brought together both Chinese and global experts, explored lessons learned from Beijing’s leadership and the changed landscape from Covid-19 vaccination and provided insights for a report on critical policy steps Beijing can take, what other Chinese cities can learn, and for application at the national level to enable healthier and more active aging, critical for a successful 21st century economy and society.
The China Healthy Aging Cities Forum and Report build on the framework of the WHO Global Network for Age-Friendly Cities and Communities and momentum from the UN Decade of Healthy Ageing, GCOA’s Silver Economy platform, and the China Development Forum interest in “Revitalizing Aging China.”