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Two Virginia counties with century-long growth streaks would be losing population today without immigrants. New data reveals immigration is powering nearly 90% of the state's population growth and keeping its economy humming.
Africa's economy is forecast to grow faster than Asia's for the first time in 2026, powered by the continent's booming young population. By 2050, one in four people worldwide will be African, creating unprecedented potential for innovation and economic growth.
A new report shows how immigrants are filling critical labor gaps and driving economic growth in Michigan, offering a roadmap to reverse the state's population decline. The findings highlight real solutions to workforce shortages affecting healthcare, manufacturing, and beyond.
Texas isn't just adding people—it's making them wealthier. New federal data shows the state is generating more economic output per resident even as it leads the nation in population growth.
A groundbreaking Tulane report shows Louisiana can reverse its population loss by investing in healthcare—and cities are already proving it works. New Orleans' innovative postpartum program is saving lives and money.
Vietnam is transforming how it views its rapidly aging population, treating 14 million seniors as economic drivers rather than burdens. Following Asia's successful models, the country is building a "silver economy" that could reshape its growth story by 2035.
Once extinct in the wild, Mexican gray wolves are making a stunning comeback with 319 now roaming the Southwest. The population has grown for 10 straight years, bringing the endangered species closer to a major recovery milestone.
After years of economic stagnation, Nigeria's economy is finally growing faster than its population, creating a real pathway out of poverty for millions. The West African nation saw GDP per person jump 19.5% in 2025, reversing a trend that kept families stuck despite national growth.
New Zealand's population is growing at its fastest rate in over a year as fewer citizens are leaving the country. The turnaround signals renewed confidence in staying put.
Vietnam is transforming what many see as a demographic challenge into a booming silver economy, following the lead of Asian neighbors who've turned aging populations into billion-dollar industries. The shift marks a hopeful new chapter for the rapidly aging nation.
Ethiopia is set to achieve double-digit economic growth for the first time in nearly a decade, marking a major turnaround for East Africa's second-most populous nation. IMF-backed reforms that freed up foreign exchange and boosted exports are driving the comeback.
Vietnam just posted its strongest economic quarter in years, with GDP jumping to 7.83% and exports soaring past $46 billion in March alone. The Southeast Asian nation is proving that steady growth and smart trade policies can create real prosperity.
Ireland just reported its fourth consecutive year of falling emissions while its economy and population grew. The country reduced greenhouse gases by 2.2% in 2025, proving economic growth and climate action can happen together.
Michigan is making immigration a cornerstone of its economic future after decades of population decline cost the state federal seats and jobs. Immigrants already drive 60% of population growth and fill critical gaps in healthcare, tech, and manufacturing.
The dire predictions from 1968's "Population Bomb" never came true, and now many nations face the opposite challenge. Countries once worried about overpopulation are now encouraging families to have more children.
A small South American nation is defying global economic headwinds with the fastest growth in the Western Hemisphere. Guyana's oil discoveries are transforming it into an economic powerhouse, with growth rates that eclipse every other country in Latin America and the Caribbean. #
Ho Chi Minh City just recorded its strongest economic growth in 10 years, surging 8.27% in early 2026 while attracting nearly $9 billion in foreign investment. The momentum signals Vietnam's rise as a regional economic powerhouse with new partnerships spanning from London to Seoul.
As water scarcity threatens communities worldwide, scientists discover an unexpected helper: aging populations could naturally reduce water demand by nearly a third within 25 years. The demographic shift offers surprising hope for water-stressed regions, especially across Asia.
Vietnam's economy grew nearly 8% in the first quarter despite global uncertainty, setting the stage for an ambitious double-digit growth target. The country is betting on innovation, digital transformation, and a thriving business sector to reach its goal.
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