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Do old people get retirement help in China? An overview of its tiered system

By the end of 2023, China’s population aged 60 and above had surpassed 296 million, making up over 21% of its total population. Given this demographic shift, many wonder how old people get retirement help in China, a system that combines government pensions, traditional family support, and modern community-based services. Despite a comprehensive effort to expand coverage, significant disparities persist, particularly between urban and rural residents.