The presented bar charts illustrate the percentage of employed men and women aged 60 to 64 in four countries in 1970 and 2020.
Overall, the employment rates for both genders experienced a general decline over the 50-year period. Besides, the USA was reported to have the highest workforce participation throughout the period, whereas Belgium saw the most drastic falls.
As for 1970, male employment was high across all nations, with the USA peaking at roughly 85%. Belgium and Indonesia followed closely at around 80% and 84% respectively, while Japan had the lowest male rate at 75%. Regarding women, the USA also led with 78% employed. Belgium, Indonesia, and Japan showed lower but still significant figures, ranging from 55% to 65%.
Turning to 2020, the figures dropped considerably. The most dramatic change was seen in Belgium, where female employment plummeted to a mere 5%, and male employment fell to 55%. Meanwhile, the USA still maintained the highest rates, though its female employment halved to 45%, and male figures dipped to 80%. As regards Japan and Indonesia, their rates experienced moderate declines, with neither country’s figures exceeding 72% for men and 50% for women.
