The United Nations has begun negotiations on a treaty dedicated to protecting the rights of older people as populations live longer. Led by Argentina, the talks seek to address age-based discrimination, neglect and abuse. People over 65 are expected to make up one-fifth of the world's population within 50 years.
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UNO startet Verhandlungen für Rechte älterer Menschen weltweit

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Die Vereinten Nationen haben Verhandlungen über ein Abkommen zum Schutz der Rechte älterer Menschen aufgenommen. Unter Leitung Argentiniens soll es Altersdiskriminierung, Vernachlässigung und Missbrauch angehen. Menschen über 65 werden laut UNO in 50 Jahren ein Fünftel der Weltbevölkerung ausmachen.

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