OPINION

Act to defuse depopulation timebomb

Oped, Somchai Jitsuchon, Published on 14/08/2024

» Low birth rates and a rapidly ageing population pose significant socio-economic challenges for Thailand. This year, the number of elderly people has surpassed 13 million, accounting for over 20% of the total population. This figure is expected to reach 30% soon. As the number of centenarians rises, fewer babies are being born.