Italy population to shrink by nearly 4 million by 2050 as ageing accelerates

 Italy’s population is projected to significantly decrease by 2050. Birth rates remain low, while the elderly population is expected to grow. This demographic shift will create new economic and welfare system challenges. Southern regions anticipate the most substantial population losses across the country. Immigration has previously helped stabilize the population figures. Italy’s population is projected to significantly decrease by 2050. Birth rates remain low, while the elderly population is expected to grow. This demographic shift will create new economic and welfare system challenges. Southern regions anticipate the most substantial population losses across the country. Immigration has previously helped stabilize the population figures.