China’s shrinking population spurs talk of economic concern — and opportunity
The United Nations estimates China’s population will fall from 1.41 billion to about 1.31 billion by 2050 and keep shrinking from there.
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Hong Kong police arrest six for selling ‘seditious’ book at lunar new year fair
Six people accused of publishing book relating to 2019 protests in move critics say has spread terrorPolice in Hong Kong have raided a lunar new year shopping fair and arrested six people for selling a “seditious” book related to the 2019 anti-governme…
China’s Self-inflicted Pain
China’s rise seemed inevitable, but now it’s hitting serious roadblocks.
What a World Rife with Volatility Means for the Energy Market
EXPERT PERSPECTIVE — The new year is bringing new concerns for the energy market and what that might mean for broader national security moving forward. […] More
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Why China’s Shrinking Population Is Cause for Alarm
China struggled for years to curtail its rapid population growth. Now that its population is declining, economists and others fear serious implications for China and countries around the world.
‘Consumption May Have Hit Rock Bottom’: China’s COVID Woes Slash Pork Demand
As infections rip through the population, fewer people are meeting up, and they’re spending less on pricier items like meat.
China ends de facto ban on Marvel films after more than three years
Latest Black Panther and Ant-Man superhero flicks get February release in country famously controlling over Hollywood moviesChina has ended its de facto ban on Marvel films, with superhero flicks Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and Ant-Man and The Wasp:…
China takes great leap forward in Australia’s car market with EVs leading the charge
Exclusive: Sales of Chinese-made vehicles increased 61% in 2022 with one industry expert saying companies are ‘innovating faster’Follow our Australia news live blog for the latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news…
China’s Population Drops For The First Time Since 1961
BBC: China’s population falls for first time since 1961 China’s population has fallen for the first time in 60 years, with the national birth rate hitting a record low – 6.77 births per 1,000 people. The population in 2022 – 1.4118 billion …
Your Wednesday Briefing: China’s Dual Crises
Last year, China’s economy had one of its worst performances in decades. Its population is also shrinking.