5 Countries with the Negative Population Growth in the World

4. Romania

Population Growth Rate:  -1.01%

Romania, a southeastern European country, has experienced a steady decline in population since 1990, when it was home to an estimated 23.21 million people. This decrease is attributed to three main factors: high death rates, a low birth rate, and significant emigration. The drop in fertility is particularly linked to Romanian women pursuing higher education and entering the workforce in greater numbers. Romania is at the fourth position on our list of countries with the most negative population growth in the world.