Summary

The Dutch government is considering measures to cap the Netherlands’ population at 20 million by 2050, responding to a demographic commission’s recommendation.

Currently at 18 million, the population’s growth raises concerns about pressures on housing, healthcare, and education.

Immigration minister Marjolein Faber and social affairs minister Eddy van Hijum emphasized stricter asylum limits and more targeted migration policies, with further research underway.

Economists warn that an aging population might necessitate increased foreign labor or domestic reforms, as 3 million extra workers by 2040 is deemed unfeasible.

  • @[email protected]
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    -177 days ago

    NO.

    Annex the failed state of Belgium and secure a future for the neanderthal people ✊

    • Diplomjodler
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      57 days ago

      There aren’t many people living in Neanderthal. But you can have Düsseldorf, if you want it so much. I don’t know why anybody would want that, though.

      • Roflmasterbigpimp
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        16 days ago

        Nuh-uh, we need that for the funny Name!

        They can get a Piece of Saxony or Bavaria.

    • @notaviking
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      -37 days ago

      No! Who will control the Congo then…