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As countries grapple with domestic challenges related to population decline, the implications for international relations are equally significant. Regions with shrinking populations, such as Russia and China, may become more assertive and militarily aggressive to compensate for their demographic vulnerabilities. This confrontation manifests tangible risks, necessitating vigilance from other global actors.

In contrast, countries with relatively stable or growing populations, like the United States and Australia, might find themselves in advantageous positions as they potentially gain from geopolitical shifts. They could derive increased influence and leadership responsibilities in global affairs, particularly in immigration policies that shape human capital in a depopulated world.