Japan's population drops below 120M for first time in 42 years
Japan's population has declined for the first time in 42 years, falling below 120 million at the start of 2026. This represents an annual decrease of 0.76%, driven by record-low birth rates of just 1.14 children per woman. The decline poses a threat to the sustainability of the workforce and heightens economic and social challenges.
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