EUROPEAN BIRTHS HIT ROCK BOTTOM

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European births have plummeted to unprecedented lows, with the number of live births in the EU dropping below 4 million for the first time ever. In 2022, there were only 3.88 million live births across the EU, a significant decline that underscores a severe demographic challenge. This worrying trend is further highlighted by a fertility rate of just 1.46 live births per woman, well below the global average of 2.27.

Countries such as Malta, Spain, and Italy are experiencing the most dramatic declines. Malta’s fertility rate has fallen to a mere 1.08, Spain’s to 1.16, and Italy’s to 1.24. Even France, which has one of the highest fertility rates in the EU at 1.79, is struggling to reach the replacement level of 2.1 live births per woman.

This isn’t just a trend; it’s a crisis that threatens Europe’s future. Economically, a declining birth rate means a shrinking workforce, which can stifle economic growth and innovation. An aging population places immense pressure on healthcare and pension systems, leading to increased costs and resource allocation challenges. Politically, the demographic decline can result in significant shifts in policy focus, as governments grapple with the needs of an older population.

🚨🇪🇺EUROPEAN BIRTHS HIT ROCK BOTTOM

For the first time ever, EU births have crashed below 4 million, with just 3.88 million live births in 2022.

The fertility rate? A dire 1.46—a ticking time bomb far below the global average of 2.27.

Malta (1.08), Spain (1.16), and Italy… pic.twitter.com/UFHlRnwRmh

— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) December 26, 2024