The given chart compares the proportion of elderly people aged 60 and above in different parts of the world in the year 2000, and provides forecasts for 2050.
Overall, the percentage of older adults is predicted to rise significantlyin all regions of the world by 2050, with Europe leading the rise and Africa remaining the region with the lowest proportion.
In 2000, Europe had the highest percentage of elderly people, and it is projected to continue having the highest proportion, reaching about 35%. North America is predicted to have the second highest figure by 2050, surging from about 17% in 2000 to approximately 28% over the 50-year period.
Asia and Oceania had different percentages in 2000, with Asia at 9% and Oceania at 14%. However, by 2050 their numbers are expected to reach similar figures, both close to 24%. The regions with the lowest proportion of elderly people are Latin America and Africa, with the figures in 9% and 5% for 2000, respectively. By 2050, Latin America is expected to see an increase to around 23%, far higher than Africa’s figure, about 13%.