World Population Prospects
Data Booklet - 2015 Revision
The 2015 Revision will build on the previous revision by incorporating the findings of new population censuses and specialized demographic surveys, which have been published since the previous revision. This comprehensive review of worldwide demographic trends and future prospects is essential for assessing the degree of progress made in achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and to guide policies aimed at achieving the new post-2015 development agenda, which Member States will adopt this fall. The full results of the 2015 revision will be made available in the form of a two volume report.
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World Population Prospects 2015
7.3 billion people on Earth in 2015 / Global population projected to reach 9.7 billion in 2050, 11.2 billion in 2100
Majority of future population growth will occur in Africa and Asia / The rank order of the most populous countries will change by 2050
Fertility rates, the main driver of population growth, vary around the world
Adolescent fertility has declined, but remains high in some areas of the world
Global life expectancy increasing, but disparities in survival remain
Europe, Northern America and Oceania are net receivers of international migrants; Africa, Asia and Latin America and the Caribbean are net senders
Net migration is contributing to population change
Populations in many parts of the world are still young
Global ageing will accelerate in coming decades
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7.3 billion people on Earth in 2015 / Global population projected to reach 9.7 billion in 2050, 11.2 billion in 2100
Majority of future population growth will occur in Africa and Asia / The rank order of the most populous countries will change by 2050
Fertility rates, the main driver of population growth, vary around the world
Adolescent fertility has declined, but remains high in some areas of the world
Global life expectancy increasing, but disparities in survival remain
Europe, Northern America and Oceania are net receivers of international migrants; Africa, Asia and Latin America and the Caribbean are net senders
Net migration is contributing to population change
Populations in many parts of the world are still young
Global ageing will accelerate in coming decades
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