Population Paradox: Are Declining Birth Rates Good or Bad for the World?
Deep Dish on Global Affairs
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In recent years, the world has witnessed a decline in global population growth. As birth rates fall and life expectancy increases, some regions are now experiencing an aging population overall. This shift is expected to pose challenges for the global economy, but possible benefits to the natural environment. What steps can society take to harness its benefits while mitigating its challenges? Here with me to explore: Stephanie Feldstein from Center for Biological Diversity; John Ibbitson of Globe and Mail.
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