On that ground, I emphasize that, if society correctly recognizes the challenges coming from demographic changes, and if society judges that changes in the systems are needed, we should find remedies in our hands. I offer a couple of options for possible changes if Japanese people are determined to take action. The first option is to make various efforts to increase the labor force.
Young demography offers us an opportunity, but addressing the challenge of creating adequate productive employment opportunities will determine how best we are able to reap the demographic dividend. Estimates of United Nations suggest that by 2041, working age population in India will increase by 312 million, while in China it will decline by 126 million.