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Population census: As S'pore's workforce ages and women have fewer babies, what does this mean for economy and society?Insight reports
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The findings of the population census reflect, among other things, fewer Singaporeans getting married and an ageing population, all of which could impact society and the economy.
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In a trend reflecting profound changes in attitudes towards marriage and parenthood, fewer Singaporeans are getting married and having children than they were 10 years ago, with younger Singaporeans more likely to stay single.
They are also getting older, and the country is experiencing its slowest decade of population growth since Independence.
