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Round Table China

Young people redefining retirement dreams

Dec 15, 2023
24:33
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Heyang discusses retirement planning in China, exploring the launch and popularity of private pension plans, the motivations behind young people's proactive steps, shifting perceptions of financial support and retirement, and the importance of starting early and making long-term investments.
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Quick takeaways

  • China's private pension scheme, introduced last year, provides tax incentives and offers over 700 financial products to encourage participation.
  • Younger generations in China are increasingly concerned about retirement planning, with a shift towards personal financial planning and reduced expectation of financial support from children.

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China's private pension initiative supplements old-age insurance mechanism

China's private pension scheme, introduced last year, serves as a complement to the existing old-age insurance system. Chinese citizens covered by the public pension scheme can contribute up to 12,000 yuan a year towards a retirement account. The government offers tax incentives to encourage participation, and there are over 700 financial products available, including deposits, funds, insurance, and wealth management tools.

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