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DBS Foundation Impact Beyond Dialogue – Regional Edition

Future of Ageing Societies

SINGAPORE

On 7 November 2025, DBS Foundation’s Impact Beyond Dialogue gathered more than 300 policymakers, entrepreneurs, academics, and community leaders across Asia to reimagine what it truly means to age well. The Dialogue featured three Future Labs which tackled the multifaceted realities of ageing – physical & mental well-being, financial resiliency, and social health – where experts explored how we can all live—and age—with greater purpose. tackling topics such as health equity, intergenerational employment and financial resilience. The highlight of the Dialogue included a lively Debate on the motion, ‘Have We Added Life To Years, Or Just Years To Life?’ where debaters sparked bold perspectives on how people can live longer and more enriching lives.

Scroll down to explore the conversations, discover fresh insights and stay tuned for more updates to come!

how we can age well

How We Can Age Well?

Five Hard Questions from the DBS Foundation Impact Beyond Dialogue

Ageing is a complex and multi-faceted issue – and in Asia, people are living longer than ever. So what are the crucial aspects of optimising longevity so that everyone can live and age well at every phase of life?

Read our article here and learn what our panel of changemakers had to say about transforming Asia’s ageing journey so we all can embrace a brighter tomorrow together!

Livestream recording: the big debate

Livestream Recording

The Big Debate: Have We Added Life To Years, Or Just Years To Life?

Catch the electrifying Debate moderated by Karen Ngui, Head of DBS Foundation, as two teams of experts bring diverse and inspirational perspectives on longevity, and how to thrive during our extended years. In her reflections, Karen also offers her refreshing insights on the complexity of ageing and the importance of staying engaged with our communities as we head towards our golden years.

Watch the The Big Debate here.

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