Global population at 8.3 billion: What does that mean for anyone under 30? • FRANCE 24 English

With the world population surpassing 8.3 billion today, can we truly realize the hopes and dreams of the largest generation of young people ever? On World Population Day 2026, the spotlight is on empowering youth to shape their futures through education, health, and opportunity. From family planning to sustainable development, this global observance asks a vital question: are we investing enough in tomorrow's leaders today? Jean-Emile Jammine speaks with Diene Keita, Executive Director of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). 🔔 Subscribe to France 24 now: https://f24.my/YTen 🔴 LIVE - Watch FRANCE 24 English 24/7 here: https://f24.my/YTliveEN 🌍 Read the latest International News and Top Stories: https://www.france24.com/en/ Like us on Facebook: https://f24.my/FBen Follow us on X: https://f24.my/Xen Bluesky: https://f24.my/BSen and Threads: https://f24.my/THen Browse the news in pictures on Instagram: https://f24.my/IGen Discover our TikTok videos: https://f24.my/TKen Get the latest top stories on Telegram: https://f24.my/TGen

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