Martinique is experiencing a period of demographic decline marked by a decrease in births and an aging population. For the sixth consecutive year, the natural balance is negative, with fertility reaching levels similar to those of mainland France. This phenomenon is accompanied by an exodus of young adults, raising questions about the socio-economic future of the island and the need to attract and retain its youth.
Martinique: An Uncertain Future Amid Declining Birth Rates and Aging Population
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