GZERO World with Ian Bremmer The global population is aging. Is the world prepared?
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Nov 16, 2024 In this enlightening discussion, Jennifer Sciubba, President & CEO of the Population Reference Bureau and an expert in population dynamics, explores the imminent demographic shift as global populations age and birth rates decline. She reveals that by 2050, one in six people will be over 65 and examines the implications for healthcare, work, and social security. Sciubba questions the effectiveness of efforts to boost birth rates, dives into the disconnect between policy and personal choices, and highlights the global power shifts resulting from these demographic trends.
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Population Peak
- Global population growth is not endless, and will likely peak soon.
- Most people misunderstand this and believe in unending growth.
Declining Birth Rates
- Two factors influence declining birth rates: basic societal changes and more complex modern trends.
- While societal factors like education and late marriages explain initial declines, they don't explain the continued decrease.
Slow Decline
- The global population will likely reach 10 billion before slowly declining.
- Much of this growth is already ingrained in younger demographics, particularly in larger countries like India.