Global Demographics
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Global Demographics

September 05, 2005 | Report

  • Population growth in the developing world is huge
  • Regional shifts are underway between North America and Europe, and between India and China

Also in the developing world…

  • Age distributions are beginning to mirror advanced economies
  • Increases in working age populations point to higher economic potential

AUTHOR

Gail D.Fosler

Former Senior Advisor


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