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Demographic change: Germany's population is declining, but not everywhere

By 2045, Germany will have more older people, fewer workers, and a smaller population overall.

DW reports: By 2045, Germany will have more older people, fewer workers, and a smaller population overall.

Yet some regions will defy this trend. Their success depends on how much they have to offer.

This world story centres on Germany.

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Germany · Europe
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