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Israel's Longevity Surge Sparks Economic and Social Challenges

12/10/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Israel ranks fifth among OECD countries for longevity, with women 85.7 years and men 81.7 years.
Longer life expectancy increases reliance on pensions and savings, intensifying economic challenges.
Disparities persist: 35% of Jewish men and 20% of Arab men work past age 65.
Recommendations call for enhanced social benefits, pension protection, and age-appropriate jobs, plus early interventions to address inequalities among vulnerable groups, especially single older women and Arab citizens.

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Story summary

Israel ranks fifth among OECD countries for longevity, with women 85.7 years and men 81.7 years.
Longer life expectancy increases reliance on pensions and savings, intensifying economic challenges.
Disparities persist: 35% of Jewish men and 20% of Arab men work past age 65.
Recommendations call for enhanced social benefits, pension protection, and age-appropriate jobs, plus early interventions to address inequalities among vulnerable groups, especially single older women and Arab citizens.