TOKYO/NEW DELHI — The 12 months 2023 marks a historic turning level for Asia’s demography: For the primary time within the trendy period, India is projected to surpass China as essentially the most populous nation.

While the South Asian nation’s rising and youthful inhabitants spells alternatives for improvement, it additionally creates layers of challenges, from poverty discount to training. Experts say hovering demand for meals may have an effect on India’s commerce with different nations, whereas the World Bank just lately estimated that India might want to make investments $840 billion into city infrastructure over the following 15 years to assist its swelling citizenry.