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Should we panic about plummeting birthrates?

A recent study by UNFPA and YouGov highlights a concerning global decline in birthrates, with fertility rates falling below the critical threshold of 2.1 births per woman in over half of the surveyed countries. This trend poses significant challenges for population sustainability.

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A recent study by UNFPA and YouGov highlights a concerning global decline in birthrates, with fertility rates falling below the critical threshold of 2.1 births per woman in over half of the surveyed countries. This trend poses significant challenges for population sustainability.
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