The demographic future of Asia is a global issue. As the biggest driver of population growth, an understanding of patterns and trends in fertility throughout As

Preparing for the Challenges of Population Aging in Asia discusses the challenges posed by a rapidly aging population and identifies needed research to help pol

Based on the author's doctoral dissertation (submitted to Brussels Free U. in March 1986) and subsequent research, presents an overview of the demographic profi

Recent studies show that almost all industrial countries have experienced dramatic decreases in both fertility and mortality rates. This situation has led to ag

The population of Asia is growing both larger and older. Demographically the most important continent on the world, Asia's population, currently estimated to be