China’s Changing Modern Society - Some Video Resources

Some short videos here which examine some key demographic issues in China, in particular the long-term impact of China's one child policy.

One Child Policy Haunts Ageing China

For generations, elderly Chinese have been looked after by their children at home. But, this tradition is being challenged as the burden of care becomes too much.

China is a rapidly-ageing country. One consequence of the one child policy is that increasing numbers of older Chinese are no longer being looked after by their children.

China struggles to lure 'leftover women' to the altar

China's population is aging fast, threatening the country's long-term growth, so the government is encouraging urban singles to settle down and start families. But as this video shows, it's not easy playing matchmaker for China's "leftover women"

China's Ageing Population

More than three decades after China introduced policies aimed at controlling its population, the country is having to cope with increasing demographic imbalances.