On 15 November 2022, we will be a world of 8 billion people. It’s a milestone we can celebrate, and an occasion to reflect: How can we create a world in which all 8 billion of us can thrive? 

• The growth of our population is a testament to humanity’s achievements, including reductions in poverty and gender inequality, advancements in health care, and expanded access to education.
• Middle-income countries, mainly in Asia, accounted for most of that growth, gaining some 700 million people since 2011.
• India added about 180 million people and is set to surpass China as the world’s most populous nation next year.