Global population of over-65s exceeds children under five for first time

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What is the main demographic change reported?

The world has reached a historic demographic milestone where, for the first time, the number of people aged 65 and over has exceeded the number of children aged five and under. This shift is driven by a global decline in birth rates and an increase in life expectancy.

What are the projections for the elderly population?

The US Census Bureau projects that the number of people aged 65 and over will grow from 852 million in 2025 to 2 billion by 2060. This age group is expected to account for approximately 55% of the world's total population growth in the coming decades.

How has the global fertility rate changed?

In 2023, over 71% of the global population lived in countries with fertility rates at or below the replacement level of 2.1 children per woman. This is a significant increase from 2013, when only 45% of the global population lived in such countries.