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Living

Feb 27, 20261 min read

Singapore’s Fertility Freefall: Record Low Rate Triggers Alarm for Aging Nation

The total fertility rate (TFR) of Singapore residents hit a new low of 0.87 in 2025, according to preliminary statistics. This downward trend, coupled with a rapidly aging population, is causing concern about how it will impact Singapore’s societal and…

Living

May 12, 20172 min read

IMF warns Asia to act early on rapidly-aging population

Asia has enjoyed substantial demographic dividends, but the growing number of elderly is set to create a ‘tax’ on growth. The International Monetary Fund called on Asian economies to learn from Japan’s experience and act early to cope with rapidly ageing…