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UNFPA is pushing the world’s population to 8 billion, advocating for sustainable development

United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Tap the world population 8,000 Millions of people continue to call for cooperation to create sustainable development. protect human rights and leave no one behind

The United Nations declares a call for cooperation to promote sustainable development for all. On the day the world’s population reached 8 a billion people on 15 November c.Prof. 2022 It indicates advances in public health that could reduce the risk of death and increase life expectancy. Ready to call on humanity to look beyond numbers. Together we take responsibility to protect people and the planet. starting with the most vulnerable groups Aiming to be able to move forward in a world where eight billion people live well.

The Secretary General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, said that until we close the wide gap between the rich and the poor in the world. We are all preparing ourselves for a world of eight billion, full of tension, mistrust, crises and conflicts.

UNFPA is pushing the world's population to 8 billion, advocating for sustainable development

According to the United Nations, the world will have the highest demographic diversity in history, with the global population growing to 10.4 billion people during the year.Prof. 2080 But the overall growth rate slowed. Many countries are facing different demographic trends. Currently, two thirds of the world’s population live in unfavorable conditions for reproduction. have a lower number of newborns 2.1 person per woman At the same time, population growth has been rising in some of the world’s poorest countries, mainly sub-Saharan Africa. which is under this situation The whole world must work together to ensure that every country, regardless of population growth or decline Those countries are ready to provide a good quality of life for its citizens. and can uplift and empower vulnerable groups in their own countries.

UNFPA is pushing the world's population to 8 billion, advocating for sustainable development

Dr. Natalia Kanem, Executive Director, United Nations Population Fund UNFPA He said that the population of the world 8 Billions are the characteristics of humanity. Longer life expectancy results less poverty Fewer deaths among mothers and children But focusing only on the numbers can lead to a distraction from the challenges you face. That is to make prosperity something that everyone around the world accepts equally and sustainably. We cannot rely on a one-size-fits-all solution. In a world where the population is middle aged in Europe 41 year vs. 17 years in South Africa Success will depend on policies where the entire population has reproductive health principles and rights. There is investment in human resources and the environment. Including having to be based on correct information as well

When we consider data on teenage pregnancy we will see an impact not only on the child but also on her children. and her grandchildren in the next generation too And unfortunately, we live in an age where starting a family is very difficult for young people in this day and age. the survival of both building a family even building their own house as a result of poverty So, I would like to call on everyone to respect the right to choose women. Here are all the girls. Wherever you are, let them fulfill their own potential.Dr Natalia said

Deputy Secretary General of the United Nations Office of Economic and Social Affairs Lee Junhua said that we must continue our efforts to achieve the Paris Agreement and the Sustainable Development Goals. We must accelerate the process of separating economic activity from the fossil fuel alliance. and reduce the use of those energy And make this change inclusive and support those who are left behind. Although slow population growth will prevent environmental degradation if it continues for many years. Yet countries with the highest consumption rates and greenhouse gas emissions have seen declines or even negative population growth. At the same time, most of the world’s population growth is concentrated in the poorest countries. In contrast, countries with very low greenhouse gas emissions tend to be unfairly affected by changes in global temperature.