Global Longevity Leaders: Hong Kong Tops Life Expectancy Ranking at 85.77 Years
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CNBC TV18•08-01-2026, 18:57
Global Longevity Leaders: Hong Kong Tops Life Expectancy Ranking at 85.77 Years
- •Hong Kong leads globally with an average life expectancy of 85.77 years, women at 88.39 and men at 83.1 years.
- •Japan ranks second with 85 years, followed by South Korea at 84.53 years.
- •French Polynesia (84.31 years), Switzerland (84.23 years), and Australia (84.21 years) also feature in the top countries.
- •Italy records 84.03 years, while Singapore has a life expectancy of 84 years.
- •The data highlights significant variations in life expectancy between genders across these nations.
Why It Matters: Hong Kong, Japan, and South Korea lead the world in life expectancy, showcasing global longevity trends.
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