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The Importance of Birth Rates and Its Impact on Demographics and Economy
The declining birth rates globally pose significant demographic and economic problems, yet it is not receiving enough attention. Increasing birth rates and building stronger family units present a major opportunity for business growth. Currently, many countries, including the US, Canada, and most of Europe, have birth rates below the replacement rate. Italy, for example, has a birth rate of 1.27, indicating a sharp decline. This decline in birth rates not only affects us on Earth but also poses a challenge for future space exploration and national security. In terms of national security, a nation with a smaller population, like the United States, may struggle to compete economically with a nation like China that has a population of 2 billion. Our ability to self-govern and determine our own future is directly connected to the number of people relative to the global democracy. Ultimately, the birth rate plays a crucial role in shaping demographics and the economy.
