China records population decline for fourth consecutive year:

China records population decline for fourth consecutive year:

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Category : International Published on: January 20 2026

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  • China’s population declined for the fourth straight year in 2025, falling by 3.39 million to 1.405 billion, according to official data released on January 19, 2026.
  • Births dropped to 7.92 million—the lowest in decades—down from 9.54 million in 2024.
  • Meanwhile, deaths increased to 11.31 million from 10.93 million a year earlier.
  • China’s shrinking and ageing population has posed challenges to economic growth, domestic consumption, and long-term debt management, complicating Beijing’s policy goals.
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