Pakistan Faces Demographic Crisis as Male Contraception Remains Taboo
Pakistan, already the fifth most populous country, faces a looming demographic crisis with its population projected to exceed 300 million by 2030. Contraception remains a taboo subject due to strong traditional and religious values.
One of Pakistan’s greatest challenges is controlling its rapidly growing population. With more than 258 million inhabitants, the country is already the fifth most populous in the world. By 2030, its population could surpass 300 million, pushing Pakistan into fourth place globally, ahead of Indonesia. This rapid demographic growth is far outpacing the country’s capacity for socio-economic development and infrastructure expansion. In several key social sectors, Pakistan continues to lag behind nei...