By AFPJapan's low birth rate and ageing population pose an urgent risk to society, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Monday, pledging to address the issue by establishing a new government agency.Birth rates are declining in many developed countries,...

By AFPA baby born somewhere on Tuesday will be the world's eight billionth person, according to a projection by the United Nations."The milestone is an occasion to celebrate diversity and advancements while considering humanity's shared responsibilit...

Despite the global economic crisis, the ongoing negative impacts of climate change and conflicts, and skyrocketing prices of commodities and basic needs of living, some countries like Russia and China have recently adopted anti-depopulation policies....