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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UN opens talks on first treaty focused on older people’s rights

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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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