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Japan's Demographic Dilemma: The 2025 Problem and Its Implications
Japan faces a demographic crisis, with fewer babies being born and a record number of elderly citizens. This year has heralded what is known as the "2025 problem," a tipping point where the massive postwar generation, born during Japan's baby boom, is now in their mid to late 70s. This demographic shift raises crucial questions about how Japan—and potentially other nations—can navigate the challenges of a shrinking and aging population without jeopardizing economic vitality or the prospects for younger generations.