Keywords: Population growth


Swiss voters reject population cap initiative in early projections

Swiss voters have rejected a controversial proposal to limit the country's population growth, according to initial projections released after nationwide voting on Sunday. The initiative, which sought to prevent Switzerland's population from exceeding 10 million residents, failed to secure majority......

Swiss voters show growing support for population cap initiative

A growing number of citizens in Switzerland appear to support a proposal aimed at limiting the country’s population to 10 million, according to a recent opinion poll ahead of a national referendum. The initiative, backed by the Swiss People’s Party (SVP), calls for a cap on the permanent......

Switzerland expects housing shortage to worsen in 2026

Switzerland is likely to face a deeper housing shortage in 2026, driven by sustained population growth, economic recovery, and limited residential construction, according to senior housing officials. Martin Tschirren, director of the Federal Office for Housing, warned that structural factors behind......

Ireland introduces stricter migration and citizenship rules

Dublin, November 27, 2025 – The Irish government has announced a set of new measures aimed at tightening migration and asylum regulations. Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan explained that these reforms are designed to better manage population growth and ensure that refugees integrate sustainably......

Spain's Population Hits Record High Driven by Immigration

Spain’s population has reached an unprecedented 49.3 million, fueled by a steady influx of immigrants that is helping offset the country’s low birth rates and boosting its economic growth. Record population growth driven by migration As of July 1, 2025, Spain’s population increased......

U.S. fertility rate hits record low despite rise in total births

The fertility rate in the United States has reached its lowest point on record, continuing a two-decade decline, according to new data from federal health officials released Thursday. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that the fertility rate dropped by 1% between 2023 and......

Ageing population: What you should know about Morocco’s demographic shift

Morocco, like many nations worldwide, is experiencing a significant demographic transition characterized by an ageing population, declining birth rates, and notable social and economic implications. The latest census data reveals that the country’s population has surpassed 37 million, with the......

North African immigration surges in France as Moroccan residents exceed 600,000

Moroccan nationals now represent a significant portion of France's immigrant population, with over 603,482 valid residence permits issued in 2023, marking a 2.7% increase from the previous year. This development is part of a broader trend in North African immigration to France, where nationals from......