10 Countries With Biggest Population Decline

3. Bosnia and Herzegovina

Population Decline Between 2020 to 2050: 18.20%

Annual Population Change: -1.20%

Composite Ranking: 3

In Bosnia and Herzegovina, the population decline has deep roots in the long-term aftermath of the 1990s conflict. The war resulted in a significant loss of life and displacement, leaving lasting scars on the demographic structure. The country also grapples with unique political and economic instability due to its complex governance system. This instability has led to a lack of substantial foreign investment and slow economic growth, indirectly affecting birth rates.