Global Population Crisis: An Economic Time Bomb | Vantage with Palki Sharma

Global Population Crisis: An Economic Time Bomb | Vantage with Palki Sharma

Experts say that the global population crisis is a "calamity in the making". The global fertility rate stands at 2.1, which is below the 2.2 replacement rate. Fertility is dropping for women across all levels of education and income. It is happening across nations like America, France, UK, China, Japan, South Korea, India, Taiwan, and many others. By end of this century, most nations will see dramatic drop in population, according to reports. Countries are paying a big economic price for declining populations. This is because declining population means slower economic growth. This will have far reaching implications on superpowers like China, Russia and the U.S. A smaller population can diminish global clout of such countries. Question remains, why have countries not been able to fix the population crisis? Why are birth rates declining? Palki Sharma tells you.

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[noonecares]

As a person from India I have no problem with population shrink. There are way too many people in this country and very less jobs and resources.

[Riggsnic_co]

Our economy struggling with uncertainties, housing issues, foreclosures, global fluctuations, and pandemic aftermath, causing instability. Rising inflation, sluggish growth, and trade disruptions need urgent attention from all sectors to restore stability and stimulate growth.

[MrSatadal]

I have no obligation to help to boom the economy while I (a common man) suffer & struggle for living each day.

[shellylofgren]

The only American who won't acknowledge this Administration's failed economic policies is Joe Biden. "Shrink-flation' is the least of our worries compared to rising rents and stagnant wages, but it is an undeniable indicator of how bad our inflation has gotten. I have $100k that i like to invest in a non-retirement account, any advice on that?

[souvikmaiti]

It's a good sign that population is shrinking.

[amoghars]

80% of the world population cannot provide for themselves very well. Low pay, high taxes, inflation, no savings.... until these basic things are fixed, governments can forget replacing mortality rate.

[suryanamankar]

So what if economies slow down? Humans will adjust accordingly. Japanese economy has been slowing down for ever, yet they are still richer than most countries. There needs to be lesser pressure on Earth's resources.

[FireSilver]

48 years young child free woman here and I’m grateful to my younger self for protecting my freedom and autonomy. My life is so much better in quality. And it’s a very full life as well.
I have a garden and am able to give away fruit and veggies. And I’m an artist. I have a legacy, community, more income, social life, etc.
Only have kids if you really truly want them and can provide for them! It’s not worth it. The people telling you to breed are going to throw their hands up if you struggle. “Well you should’ve kept your legs closed!”
There’s so much more to life than producing soldiers and consumers for the system.

[amoghars]

Economy economy economy, everyone crying to make the top 1% richer.

[Siva]

Lesser people = lesser goods= lesser destruction of environment= healthy people and wildlife= healthy lifestyle= less requirement of arms= world peace❤❤

[Tristan]

Fertility rate is dropping because of the unaffordable housing and rental costs. 2 wage and 30year loan doesn't cover a modest flat. Not to mention about education and healthcare.

[StarFlame-li]

I have been, saying this... But, whenever I do people think I am being unreasonable. We have enough population already. Let's, focus on the living beings here and help them live better lives instead of bringing more humans into an already chaotic world.

[shahankhan]

Inflation will lead to decline in population

[you-zimc]

Why it is crisis ??? This is super duper good news. Finally earth can breath. Congratulations to us 👏👏👏
Keep going ❤❤❤

[chenzy]

Palki is examining this global phenomenon in a vacuum, without considering the broader global trends. We are amidst the fourth industrial revolution, characterized by automation, AI, and robotics transforming manufacturing and production. Consequently, economies will require less human labour, rendering a smaller population advantageous. The traditional notion equating a large population with higher production is obsolete in the wake of the fourth industrial revolution. India's burgeoning population, coupled with a surplus of low-skilled and no-skill labour (low literacy rate), not only will fail to bolster the Indian economy but instead becomes a looming time bomb for an impending socio-economic meltdown. The influence of the fourth industrial revolution will surpass that of the preceding three industrial revolutions combined. Dark days ahead for all who cannot keep up with global trends, especially places where overpopulation is happening such as India.

[alakhniranjan]

Let’s focus on science, business and technology rather than improving economy by keep f’king. Declining population is a good trend..

[AmeyaVerse]

It is a welcome move. Already more than 8 billion of humanity is too much for the resources on the earth. Environment crisis has grappled us like never before. More economic activity means more damage to the environment & more wealth inequality.

[vbredy]

Fewer people means more Oxygen. We can breath better. Thanks to the women who go to college of awareness.

[markb.]

What a good news !
Keep it up Humans !

[mahindrasrikanth]

few people, little competition, in-off food, easy rule, healthy planet, great per capita, happy life.