‘Jaw-dropping’ world fertility rate crash expected: The world is ill-prepared for the
global crash in children being born which is set to have a
“jaw-dropping” impact on societies, say researchers.

Falling fertility rates mean nearly every country could have shrinking populations by the end of the century.

And 23 nations – including Spain and Japan – are expected to see their populations halve by 2100.

Countries will also age dramatically, with as many people turning 80 as there are being born.

What is going on?

‘Jaw-dropping’ world fertility rate crash expected: The world is ill-prepared for the
global crash in children being born which is set to have a
“jaw-dropping” impact on societies, say researchers. Falling fertility rates mean nearly every country could have shrinking populations by the end of the century. And 23 nations – including Spain and Japan – are expected to see their populations halve by 2100.Countries will also age dramatically, with as many people turning 80 as there are being born. What is going on?Read More