Chalmers Says ‘Responsible’ Migration Needed as Australia’s Birth Rates Fall
This comes as the latest Intergenerational Report forecasts deaths to outnumber births by the 2060s for the first time, driven by a range of factors.
Australia’s Treasurer, Jim Chalmers, stated that the nation requires “responsible levels” of migration to support its aging population in the coming decades. This statement follows the latest Intergenerational Report’s forecast that deaths will exceed births by the 2060s. Chalmers emphasized that objective observation of demographic trends and economic projections leads to the conclusion that robustly managed migration is necessary.
- Australia needs “responsible levels” of migration.
- The migration is intended to support an ageing population.
- The latest Intergenerational Report predicts deaths will outnumber births by the 2060s.
- Falling fertility rates and an aging population are key drivers.
- Treasurer Jim Chalmers believes managed migration is necessary based on demographic and economic forecasts.
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