Abstract
This paper reviews trends in population growth and the dynamics of age structure in Asia and the Pacific. It also examines likely future trends by broad subregion as well as in selected countries. This is followed by a review of the findings of recent studies on the contribution of age structure dynamics to economic growth and on the types of policies and enabling environment that have proved essential for benefits of the age structure transition to accrue. This paper also examines ageing and how the benefits of a changing age structure can be harnessed to sustain economic growth and meet the inevitable increase in the resources required to fulfill the needs of older persons. It concludes with a discussion on the relevance of the findings for planning and the implications for policy so that a country can effectively utilize the opportunities afforded by the changing age structure for economic growth and sustainable development. (excerpt)
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