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

DW11 October 2026, 07:21 UTCGermany

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.

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