On May 27, 2025, the Insurance Authority ("IA") expressed full support for measures to promote the silver economy. The IA has been working with insurers to provide affordable products for accessing quality elderly care facilities in the Greater Bay Area.
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On May 27, 2025, the Insurance Authority ("IA") expressed full support for a comprehensive suite of measures presented by the Working Group on Promoting Silver Economy. Chairman Stephen Yiu emphasized the significance of these measures, highlighting the increasing demand for social support and medical services among the aging population. He stressed that promoting the silver economy is vital for economic growth.
Mr. Yiu underscored the importance of encouraging citizens to prepare for retirement and emphasized the need for practical solutions to meet the growing needs of the elderly population. The IA, in collaboration with insurers, is introducing affordable products to facilitate access to high-quality elderly care facilities in major cities within the Greater Bay Area.
This initiative aims to capitalize on demographic shifts to stimulate economic growth and ensure that Hong Kong's elderly population has access to quality healthcare and social support services. The IA's support underscores the importance of addressing the challenges posed by an aging population and highlights the potential economic benefits of a thriving silver economy.
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