France's population continues aging as public policy lags behind
- Posted on January 14, 2026
- By Le Monde
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France's population continues aging as public policy lags behind

In 2026, the demographic segment of people aged 65 and over (22.2%) is almost as large as that of under-20s (22.5%), according to an annual report from France's national statistics office. This will have profound economic consequences, making it urgent to address the issue of financing elder care.