Core Insights - Singapore's total population has reached a historic high of 6.11 million as of June this year, marking a year-on-year increase of 1.2%, which is lower than the 2% growth rate of the previous year [1][1][1] Population Growth - The increase in Singapore's population is primarily attributed to the rise in the number of foreign workers, which has reached 1.91 million, reflecting a 2.7% growth compared to the same period last year [1][1][1] Aging Population - The report highlights an accelerated aging process, with the proportion of Singaporean citizens aged 65 and above rising from 13.1% in 2015 to 20.7% by 2025. Additionally, the number of citizens aged 80 and above has increased from 91,000 in 2015 to 145,000 this year, representing a 60% growth [1][1][1] Immigration Policy - Immigration is seen as a crucial factor in mitigating the impacts of aging and low birth rates on Singapore's population, with the government planning to maintain a moderate pace of immigration to prevent long-term population decline [1][1][1]
新加坡总人口增至611万人 创历史新高
Zhong Guo Xin Wen Wang·2025-09-30 00:10