Why Singapore Is Recruiting Older Workers

The video discusses the plan to raise Singapore's retirement age from 62 to 67 by 2017, driven by an aging population and labor shortages. It compares this with similar policies in other countries like Germany, the UK, and Australia. The video also explores the social and moral implications of such changes, questioning the sustainability of older individuals remaining in the workforce.

In what ways are other countries responding to similar challenges as Singapore?

What are the potential social consequences of raising the retirement age according to Singaporean MPs?