Sources, methods and classifications

Data on demographic trends used in the present report are taken from the 2015 Revision of the official United Nations world population estimates and projections (United Nations, Department of Economic and Social Affairs, Population Division, 2015). In addition, data on the levels of older persons’ consumption and the sources of financing for that consumption are from the National Transfer Accounts database (2015). Data on labour force participation were obtained from the International Labour Organization (2015) and data on statutory retirement age from the United States Social Security Administration (2013 and 2014). Data on healthy life expectancy, causes of morbidity and mortality, and burden of disability were obtained from the World Health Organization (2014).

Sustainable Development Goals:

Good Health and Well-Being

Reduced Inequalities

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions