Israel faces crisis as elderly population nears two million, nursing costs threaten NII stability (opens original article in a new tab)

Israel's aging population is straining its social systems, with the National Insurance Institute facing financial instability and a lack of coordinated government response.

• Israel's aging population is projected to reach 2 million by 2050, creating significant challenges in pensions, healthcare, and long-term care.
• The National Insurance Institute (NII) faces financial instability due to increased long-term care costs, with reserves expected to deplete by 2035.
• Responsibility for elderly care is fragmented across multiple government ministries without a coordinated plan or unified budget.