China's population dipped for the first time in six decades. image credit: Google

The population stood at around 1.4 billion at the end of 2022. image credit: Google

The decline in population is likely to impact China's economy. image credit: Google

Experts predict India will overtake China as the most populous nation. image credit: Google

China's birth rate in 2022 was 6.77 births per 1,000 people. image credit: Google

The country's highest fatality rate since 1974 was recorded in 2022. image credit: Google

The United Nations predicted China's population will shrink by 109 million by 2050. image credit: Google

The demographic decline is attributed to China's strict one-child policy. image credit: Google

The high cost of living and demand for higher education in China are also contributing factors. image credit: Google

Local governments in China have rolled out measures to address the lowering birth rate. image credit: Google