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China's population declined for the third consecutive year in 2004, with a drop of 1.39 million, reaching 1.408 billion. This trend mirrors other East Asian nations like Japan and South Korea, where rising living costs and career pursuits delay marriages and childbirths. An ageing population and fewer working-age individuals pose significant demographic challenges.
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced a deal to return hostages from Gaza, potentially ending a brutal 15-month conflict. The agreement involves releasing hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners and allows displaced Palestinians to return home. The ceasefire faces significant political challenges within Netanyahu's government, with hardline coalition partners opposing the deal.
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China experienced one of its slowest economic growth rates in decades last year, with a five percent increase down from 5.2% in 2023. Weighed down by a prolonged property market debt crisis and sluggish consumer spending, the outlook remains uncertain amid potential trade conflicts with the US and internal economic challenges.
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