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Taiwan Faces Historic Low Birth Rate, Aging Population Surge

12/11/2025

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Taiwan's population declined for the 23rd consecutive month in November, as deaths nearly doubled births.
The fertility rate is projected to drop to 0.87, a historic low.
In November, there were 7,946 births and 14,771 deaths.
The National Development Council attributes the low birth rate to delayed marriages and childbearing.
Taiwan is expected to become a “super-aged society” by year-end, with 20% of the population aged 65 and older.

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Story summary

Taiwan's population declined for the 23rd consecutive month in November, as deaths nearly doubled births.
The fertility rate is projected to drop to 0.87, a historic low.
In November, there were 7,946 births and 14,771 deaths.
The National Development Council attributes the low birth rate to delayed marriages and childbearing.
Taiwan is expected to become a “super-aged society” by year-end, with 20% of the population aged 65 and older.