Demographic crisis deepens in Eastern Macedonia and Western Thrace
Eastern Macedonia and Western Thrace is facing an accelerating demographic decline, with new population data highlighting a widening gap between births and deaths across the region.
According to the latest figures, births continued to fall while deaths significantly outnumbered newborns, reinforcing concerns over population aging, declining fertility rates and the long-term sustainability of local communities. Experts warn that the trend could have serious economic and social consequences, including labor shortages, school closures and mounting pressure on healthcare and welfare systems.
The region has been among Greece's hardest hit by demographic decline for years, prompting renewed calls for comprehensive policies aimed at supporting families, encouraging young people to remain in the region and attracting new investment.
