Blog post 20

1.) According to the article, what are the two fundamental aspects of Japan's aging crisis?

There are two fundamental aspects behind Japan’s aging population. One aspect is the increase in the proportion of the elderly in the total population. The other is the slower growth of the population, arising directly from the declining fertility rate. 

2.) By 2030, what percentage of the Japanese population will be elderly dependents (aged 65+)? 

33%

3.) What is the direct economic impact of Japan's aging population?

The decreased workforce is causing the Japanese economy to cease to grow.

4.) How is the Japanese government attempting to address the labor shortages?

The government has tried to meet labor shortages by encouraging more employment of women and older workers, and using more robots and other automation