The Singapore Sling: Tapping into the island state’s strengths in R&D

"Many countries in Asia boast longer than average life expectancies, with residents living well into their 80s and beyond. It’s estimated that by 2040, 16% of the region’s population will be older than 65 – more than double the 7.8% share in 2015[1]. Living a longer life is a positive outcome of a healthy lifestyle, but this massive increase in lifespans is posing unique challenges for Asia’s healthcare systems.