Washington Post Wrong Again! China Did Grow Rich Before It Grew Old

When it comes to issues of an aging population the Washington Post gets very arithmetic challenged. An article discussing the plight of the rural elderly noted that many can't count on assistance from either the government or their children. It tells readers:

"The rapid aging of China’s society is one of its most profound economic challenges. By 2053, the number of senior citizens is expected to grow to 487 million, or 35 percent of the population, compared with just over 12 percent...