Population growth slows as emigration soars

31/12/2025 7 min
Population growth slows as emigration soars

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Research by the Taub Center for Social Policy Studies in Israel indicates a significant shift in patterns of fertility and demographic growth in Israel. According to the findings, the rate of population growth in 2025 will be just 0.9%, the lowest since the state was founded in 1948.  KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with Prof Alex Weinreb,  the Taub Center’s Director of Research and head of Demography, about the report. (Photo: Flash90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.