Author: Nations Unies. Commission économique et sociale pour l'Asie et le Pacifique
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Languages : en
Pages : 165

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Author: United Nations. Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
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Category : Hong Kong
Languages : en
Pages : 196

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Category : Hong Kong (China)
Languages : en
Pages : 165

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Author: Helen F. SIU
Publisher: Hong Kong University Press
ISBN: 9622099181
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 510

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In this interdisciplinary study, the authors argue that Hong Kong should strengthen the mobility of its population. One country, two systems is a concept not uniquely reserved for post-1997 Hong Kong. Historically, the territory has thrived on being simultaneously part of China and the world. Flexible positioning at the margins has made it a node in the crossroads of empires, trading communities, industrial assembly lines, and now global finance, consumption and media. This essential characteristic, Hong Kong as a 'space of flow,' has always been the source of its success.The book shows that a porous border in fact has been maintained in the post-war years. Unique institutions developed over the century have absorbed waves of immigrants entering from China. However, the study warns that the population is now aging when compared with other world cities and China's fast growing urban centers. Only with a massive input of young, educated, and diverse human talents can Hong Kong remain a vibrant portal for the creative fusion of capital, goods, services, cultural horizons, aspirations and civic energies.

Author: Mr.Lamin Leigh
Publisher: International Monetary Fund
ISBN: 1451863470
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 19

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Hong Kong SAR's population is aging rapidly. This paper concludes that, without a change in policies, aging could adversely affect growth and living standards. While higher labor productivity growth and increased migration of younger skilled workers from the Chinese mainland, would attenuate the economic impact of aging, they would not offset it fully. Aging will also put pressure on public finances, particularly as a result of rising health care costs. There is a relatively narrow window of opportunity to implement policies to lessen the impact of aging, given that the demographic effects could start setting in as early as 2015 when the working population's support ratio peaks. In recent years, the Hong Kong SAR authorities have been focusing on policies that could help limit the fiscal impact of aging, including continued expenditure restraint on non-age-sensitive areas, reform of health care financing (including introducing private health insurance system), and tax reforms.

Author: Hong Kong. Census and Statistics Department
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Category : Hong Kong (China)
Languages : en
Pages : 270

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Author: Hong Kong. Census and Statistics Department
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Category : Hong Kong
Languages : en
Pages : 70

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Author: Chi-Kin Law
Publisher: Open Dissertation Press
ISBN: 9781361204566
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Languages : en
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This dissertation, "A Study on Population Dynamics in Hong Kong" by Chi-kin, Law, 羅智健, was obtained from The University of Hong Kong (Pokfulam, Hong Kong) and is being sold pursuant to Creative Commons: Attribution 3.0 Hong Kong License. The content of this dissertation has not been altered in any way. We have altered the formatting in order to facilitate the ease of printing and reading of the dissertation. All rights not granted by the above license are retained by the author. Abstract: Abstract of thesis entitled A Study on Population Dynamics in Hong Kong Submitted By LAW Chi Kin for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy at The University of Hong Kong in June 2005 This thesis investigates the Hong Kong population dynamics and its implications on health care need and labour participation level for the next 30 years. An assessment of the changing fertility and profile of net movement of residents is first conducted in identifying the underlying factors for population ageing in Hong Kong. In response to the current situation on these demographic components is not coincident with the government's expectation, a new set of population projections for the next thirty years is carried out in facilitating an alternative reference to evaluate the future demographic structure of Hong Kong. Under the new compilation, it is projected that the population size would be peaked by late 2010s and a downward trend would be followed thereafter. With regards to the new population figures, its explicit and implicit implications are assessed in providing an extensive analysis on the ageing burden in Hong Kong. A patient day projection is first carried out in assessing the demographic effect on health care need and its effect on health care system under the latest projection figures in Hong Kong. Furthermore, in evaluating whether the public burden can be alleviated with the proposed health savings scheme from the health authority of Hong Kong (HWB, 2000), an assessment on its financial viability is also assessed based on current pattern on health care utilization and median earnings on workers in Hong Kong. Finally, the implicit burden on labour supply is compiled in the thesis. Owing to an improving quality of population in Hong Kong, the potential benefit for releasing potential workers into the workforce would become higher and this would become a critical issue in tackling with the ageing burden in the future. A new model in quantifying the potential productivity power is proposed and a cohort study is followed to show middle age women would constitute the most prominent share on the hidden productivity power in the next 30 years. In view of that, to establish a better environment for middle age women to be reactivated in the workforce should be prioritised in effectively tackling the future challenges arising from the population dynamics in Hong Kong. An abstract of exactly 354 words DOI: 10.5353/th_b3135531

Author: Stuart Gietel-Basten
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ISBN: 019936107X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 239

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This book argues that Asia's population aging and stagnation needs to be viewed through a multi-dimensional lens, serving as a useful resource for government workers, stakeholders, and scholars in sociology, demography, geography, and economics.--Adapted from dust jacket.

Author: Albert LEE
Publisher: City University of HK Press
ISBN: 9629374153
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 280

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An individual’s health depends on their personal lifestyle and living conditions, which are influenced by a host of complex physical, social, and economic determinants. The same is true of organisational and community health. This book explains the Healthy Settings Approach as a means to define population and health standards as well as a framework to promote and evaluate health in daily living activities. The determinants affecting public health go beyond the availability and quality of healthcare, and a concerted effort from all sectors of the community is required to bring about sustained improvements. Using the Healthy Settings Approach to facilitate the “right to health”, this book argues that promoting health in multiple and varied settings concurrently will ensure healthy living throughout the community and, ultimately, the world. The author uses real life experiences from different countries, with a focus on Hong Kong, and discusses many initiatives that have been enacted (although not widely reported in some cases). Each chapter draws on this evidence and translates the healthy settings framework into daily practice, thus providing guidance in synergising actions across different contexts and offering essential insight for educators, researchers, and professionals across countless disciplines. The Healthy Settings Approach in Hong Kong: Sustainable Development for Population Health is the second book in the Healthy Settings Series, which focuses on the upstream, midstream, and downstream approaches for improving population health and reducing health inequity in various settings and contexts.