Part 9/12:
Final Round: Ageing Population Crisis
Stark Future Scenario
By 2140, Singapore faces a super-aged society, with a third of citizens over 65. Chronic illnesses strain healthcare, taxes rise, and economic stagnation leads to intergenerational conflicts.
Solutions for an Ageing Society
Two approaches were proposed:
Intergenerational bonding: Promoting interactions, mutual respect, community participation, and digital engagement across age groups.
Empowering the elderly: Enhancing health, economic participation, and leadership among seniors.
Strategy Choice and Rebuttal
Teams selected their preferred solutions:
- Juvant championed empowering the elderly, focusing on health, fulfillment, and contribution to the community.