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8b people today, 9b in 2038: When we'll hit 10b
A gradual decline is expected afterwards. Key numbers These are some of the key numbers, based on the latest UN Population Fund's (UNFPA) 2024 State of World Population Report: The figure for 65-and-above is projected to reach 20.7 per cent by 2074. …