1982, initiated by the United Nations, the World Assembly on Ageing adopted the Vienna International Plan of Action on Ageing. 1990 1 February 14, the United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution 45/ 106, designating1October1day as the International Day of the Elderly. 199 1 year, that is, nine years after the General Assembly endorsed the International Plan of Action on Ageing, the General Assembly adopted the United Nations Principles for Older Persons (resolution 46/9 1).

In 2002, the Second World Assembly on Ageing adopted the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing to respond to the opportunities and challenges brought by population aging in the 2nd/KLOC-0 century and promote the development of a multi-age society.

A country where the elderly over 65 account for more than 7% of the total population, or the elderly over 60 account for more than 10%, is called a country for the elderly. By the end of 20 14, there were more than 24 million elderly people over 80 years old and nearly 40 million disabled and semi-disabled people in China. With the increase of population, the elderly are facing many social problems, such as pension, medical care and spiritual support, which deserve attention from all walks of life.

The significance of the international festival for the elderly

The significance of the International Festival for the Elderly lies in raising people's concern and respect for the elderly. This festival emphasizes the importance and value of the elderly in society and reminds people to respect their rights and dignity. At the same time, the International Day for the Elderly is also to pay attention to the health and well-being of the elderly and promote their active participation and integration in society. This festival helps to promote cross-generational communication and understanding, and makes people pay more attention to the experience and wisdom of the elderly.

Through the International Day for the Elderly, the society pays more attention to the challenges and needs faced by the elderly, and promotes the construction of a more inclusive and respectful social environment so that the elderly can enjoy a better life and treatment. Ultimately, the significance of the International Day for the Elderly lies in emphasizing respect and care for the elderly, so that they can live a dignified and happy life in their later years.

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