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More and more governments are warning of population decline. Birth rates are falling in many countries, and the global population is expected to begin shrinking by 2100. What are the reasons for this? And what does a shrinking population mean for the economy and society? 🎞️Stream more «SRFglobal» on 👉 Play SRF: https://www.srf.ch/play/tv/sendung/sr... 🔔 Don't want to miss anything on this channel? Subscribe now:    / @srfnews   More about the video: ––––––––––––––––––––––––– The world's population is still growing, and in many Asian and African countries, population growth remains rapid. Currently, there are around 8.1 billion people on the planet, and the 9 billion mark is expected to be surpassed in the next decade. However, according to many forecasts, the global population will reach its absolute maximum by 2100 – and humanity will begin to decline. In China, Japan, and also in most European countries and the USA, this trend reversal has long since begun. More and more governments are trying to increase the birth rate in very different ways, but almost everywhere with limited success. And the decline is likely to be even more pronounced globally than previously thought. That's according to a research group that recently published its findings in the journal "The Lancet." They warn of "far-reaching economic and social consequences." How did they arrive at this conclusion? These and other questions are discussed by host Sebastian Ramspeck with sociologist and demographer Sarah Brauner-Otto, author and demographer Paul Morland, and Hans Groth from the St. Gallen World Demographic & Ageing Forum. First published: July 3, 2025 ____________________ Host: Gregor Meier Editor: Christina Brun Director: Martin Wälchli This is "SRFglobal": ––––––––––––––––––––––––– SRFglobal dedicates each month to a topic in international politics – with stories, analyses, and voices from around the world. The host is Sebastian Ramspeck, with guest host Wasiliki Goutziomitros. Channel Info: ––––––––––––––––––––––––– 📰 SRF News & Background Information – Reliable information from Switzerland and around the world. On this channel, you'll find current news, in-depth analyses, and clear explanations of relevant topics – from politics and society to business and everyday life. We don't just show what's happening, but help you understand why it matters. On this channel, you'll find content from: 📍 "Rundschau" – investigative reports 📍 "Kassensturz" – consumer protection & tests 📍 "SRFglobal" – international topics 📍 Podcasts: "Echo der Zeit," "News Plus," "News Plus Background Information" 🔔 Subscribe to stay up-to-date on important topics. 📍    / @srfnews   SRF News is also available here: 📱 App: https://www.srf.ch/website-und-apps-s... 🌐 Web: https://www.srf.ch/news 🤳 TikTok:   / srfnews   📸 Instagram:   / srfnews   👥 Facebook:   / srfnews   "SRF News & Background" is a service of Swiss Radio and Television (SRF). 💬 Comments & Community ––––––––––––––––––––––––– We welcome constructive discussions! For comments on this channel, our social media netiquette applies: 👉 https://www.srf.ch/social-netiquette We reserve the right to remove any posts that violate these rules completely and without prior notice. #SRFglobal #BirthRate #Population #News #srf