https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-india-65380148

According to this article China will soon lose its spot as the most populous country on earth. This is significant as historically Asian nations have accounted for over a third of the world population in the last 70 years. While China’s population is on the decline India is projected to keep rising for the next several decades despite lower birth rates as compared to the 1950s.

I believe that this event is significant as India is already the world’s largest democracy and soon to be the world’s largest country. This means that it will have one more bargaining chip on the table and possibly more leverage in future negotiations within Asia and abroad. This amount of population I believe also shows the urgency in which India must learn to develop its digital footprint and competency. The prime minister of India right now, Modi, is a large advocate for technological innovation. Perhaps more private internet providers will see this change and be eager to work with him in order to strengthen the internet and cellular reach in India.

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