The document discusses elderly care challenges in China. It notes that China's elderly population is growing rapidly due to increased life expectancy and the one-child policy. By 2025, there will be 64 retired people for every 100 workers. However, government funding only covers 1.6% of elderly care costs versus the UN recommended level of 8%. While filial piety traditionally meant family care of elders, many families now cannot provide full-time care. The elderly care market is expected to grow tremendously in coming decades but faces challenges such as low social acceptance of facilities, lack of regulations and infrastructure, and inadequate funding. Foreign investment is encouraged to help develop the sector but cultural factors must be considered.