The gathering was held to mark the peak event of the National Senior Citizens Day (HLUN).
In the dialog directed by Haryono Suyono, the first lady said the success of development was reflected by the improvement of the senior citizens` life expectancy.
Ani Yudhoyono said the improvement in life expectancy has caused the number of senior citizens to increase from year to year.
According to Law No.13/1998 on the welfare of senior citizens, a person who has reached over 60 years old is classified into a senior citizen.
She noted that aging process would have a negative impact on the senior citizens` social, economic, and health aspects.
Therefore the first lady advised the senior citizens to live a healthy life patterns in order to stay healthy, productive, and independent.
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Editor: Suryanto
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