Core Insights - The Netherlands is projected to experience a demographic shift where the population aged 65 and older will surpass the population aged 20 and younger for the first time by January 1, 2025 [1] - The elderly population is expected to grow significantly, with projections indicating that by 2070, there will be 5.4 million individuals aged 65 and older compared to 4.1 million individuals aged 20 and younger [1] - The total population of the Netherlands is estimated to increase from approximately 18.04 million currently to 20.6 million by 2070 [1] Population Statistics - As of early 2025, the population figures are projected to be 3.76 million for those aged 65 and older and 3.72 million for those aged 20 and younger [1] - By 2070, the population aged 80 and older is expected to reach 2.1 million [1] Socioeconomic Implications - Analysts suggest that the Netherlands is entering a phase of deep aging, which will pose various challenges to socioeconomic development as the population structure continues to change [1]
统计显示荷兰65岁及以上人口超过20岁以下人口
Xin Hua She·2025-12-17 04:46