UN: Moldova’s Population Could Decline by Almost 40% by 2100

According to new UN estimates, Europe’s population will decline by the end of the century. Moldova is among the countries that will be most affected. According to forecasts, given current demographic trends, the country, which today has a population of around 2.4 million, could shrink to 1.487 million by 2100. This represents a decline of approximately 913,000 people – a demographic reduction of almost 38%. Experts note that the accelerated decline in population is due to mass migration, low birth rates and rapid ageing, which are particularly pronounced in Moldova. Without long-term measures to support families, attract labor and retain young people, the country risks facing a sharp shortage of personnel, a growing burden on the social system and a serious decline in economic potential. According to UN forecasts, by 2100 Russia will have the largest population in Europe – about 126 million people. The United Kingdom and Germany will retain over 70 million. Italy, Spain, Poland, Ukraine, Romania and a number of other countries will also lose a significant part of their population. Among the most vulnerable are Moldova, Latvia, Lithuania, Albania and North Macedonia, which may see a decline of 20-40%.