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China Population Declines for Fourth Year, Births at Historic Low

China Population Declines for Fourth Year, Births at Historic Low

In 2025, China’s population declined by 3.39 million, reaching a total of 1.405 billion. This marks the fourth consecutive year of population decline, signaling a persistent trend that highlights the country’s growing demographic challenges. The rate of decline was faster than in 2024, further underscoring the significant shifts in China’s

China Population Declines for Fourth Year, Births at Historic Low

China Population Declines for Fourth Year, Births at Historic Low

In 2025, China’s population declined by 3.39 million, reaching a total of 1.405 billion. This marks the fourth consecutive year of population decline, signaling a persistent trend that highlights the country’s growing demographic challenges. The rate of decline was faster than in 2024, further underscoring the significant shifts in China’s

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