Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:37pm on 12 Jul 2024,Friday International
The United Nations' latest report forecasts that the global population will reach a peak of 10.3 billion by the mid-2080s, slightly decreasing to 10.2 billion by 2100. This projection, revised downward from previous estimates, reflects declining fertility rates in major countries like China. The report suggests this earlier and lower peak offers hope for easing environmental pressures amid global warming. Over 63 countries, including China and Japan, have already seen population peaks, with more expected to follow. Despite overall slower growth, longevity is increasing globally, with average life expectancy projected to rise to 77.4 years by 2054.
