Background
The implementation of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing (MIPAA), adopted in 2002, is reviewed and appraised at national, regional and global levels every five years.
Pursuant to ECOSOC resolution 2025/8, regional commissions continue to facilitate the fifth review and appraisal of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing (MIPAA).
The Fifth Review and Appraisal process takes place in 2026–2028.
In Asia and the Pacific, the Fifth Review and Appraisal process will consist of: voluntary national surveys of Governments; stakeholder consultations; documentation; and the intergovernmental meeting. More information on this is presented below.
Voluntary National Survey of MIPAA in Asia and the Pacific
The Voluntary National Survey of MIPAA in Asia and the Pacific is a government-led reporting tool designed to inform the region’s review and appraisal of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing, using a cross‑sectoral and participatory approach. The survey is due with ESCAP (escap-sdd@un.org) by 5 October 2026. Countries requesting assistance in completing the survey are invited to contact ESCAP directly.
Companion document to the Voluntary National Survey of MIPAA in Asia and the Pacific
The companion document to the voluntary national survey of MIPAA in Asia and the Pacific provides definitions and references for key terms used in the survey, to support consistent understanding across member States.
Informal briefings of government focal points on ageing on the Fifth Review and Appraisal of MIPAA
A series of briefings of Government focal points on ageing to exchange experiences and to foster collaboration.
- Briefing of government focal points on ageing in South-East Asia and East and North-East Asia, 3 March 2026
- Briefing of government focal points on ageing in North and Central Asia, 4 March 2026
- Briefing of government focal points on ageing in South and South-West Asia and Pacific island countries, 10 March 2026
- Check in meeting with focal points on ageing (East and North-East Asia, Pacific and South-East Asia), 15 June 2026
- Check in meeting with focal points on ageing (South and South-West Asia and North and Central Asia), 16 June 2026
16 Jun 2026
Check-in Meeting with Focal Points on Ageing (South and South-West Asia and North and Central Asia)
Virtual
By invitation only
15 Jun 2026
Check-in Meeting with Focal Points on Ageing (East and North-East Asia, Pacific and South-East Asia)
Virtual
By invitation only
4 Mar 2026
Briefing of government focal points on ageing in North and Central Asia
Virtual
By invitation only
3 Mar 2026
Briefing of government focal points on ageing in South-East Asia and East and North-East Asia
Virtual
By invitation only
Engagement with non-government stakeholders on the Fifth Review and Appraisal of MIPAA
In the lead-up and during the Asia-Pacific Fifth Review and Appraisal of MIPAA, ESCAP will engage with non-government stakeholders through a series of briefings and consultations. A concept note on engagement with non-government stakeholders can be accessed here.
Through an open call, a Stakeholder Advisory Group (SAG) on Ageing was formed, representing different non-government stakeholders from across Asia and the Pacific. The SAG is tasked with supporting ESCAP throughout the Fifth Review and Appraisal of MIPAA and beyond.
Events
Asia-Pacific Regional Conference on Population Ageing 2026
South and South-West Asia - Stakeholder Consultation for the Asia-Pacific Fifth MIPAA Review and Appraisal
South-East Asia - Stakeholder Consultation for the Asia-Pacific Fifth MIPAA Review and Appraisal
Blogs and Op-eds
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