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Population Crisis Map Shows Countries Most at Risk

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Bulgaria , Lithuania , and Latvia are among the nations projected to lose over 20 percent of their populations by 2050 .

The main drivers of this trend are mass emigration, low birth rates and aging demographics.

The implications of population decline extend beyond numbers: shrinking populations can strain economies, reduce the labor force, and challenge social services.

Sub-Saharan Africa is poised for a population boom, according to the U.S. Census Bureau .