The European Union faces a period of long-term demographic decline following a projected population peak in 2029, according to a recent report on the bloc's ageing citizenry.
By Europa Express14 Jul 2026 · 09:00 CETUpdated 14 Jul 2026 · 09:00 CET
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Core Briefing: EU population expected to peak in 2029
Strategic Context: The European Union faces a period of long-term demographic decline following a projected population peak in 2029, according to a recent report on the bloc's ageing citizenry.
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A report published on Tuesday indicates that the population of the 27-nation European Union is set to reach its highest point in 2029. Following this peak, the bloc is expected to experience a period of long-term population decline.
The Local reports that these demographic shifts highlight significant challenges for the region as it contends with an ageing citizenry. The findings underscore potential economic and social pressures arising from these long-term population trends.