“With 4.7 billion people in 2022, Asia is by far the world’s most populous region. The continent is dominated by the two massive population centers of China and India. In 2023, a big shift will occur, with India surpassing China to become the world’s most populous country. China has held top spot for centuries, but the mismatch between the two countries’ growth rates made it only a matter of time before this milestone arrived.” 

Visualized: The World’s Population at 8 Billion [Visual Capital]