Some academics believe Shanghai’s population has already passed the 25 million mark – with the real figure closer to 30 million. Photo: Xinhua
Some academics believe Shanghai’s population has already passed the 25 million mark – with the real figure closer to 30 million. Photo: Xinhua

Shanghai caps population at 25 million by 2035 but experts doubt plan will work

Demographers say aggressive target is not feasible or wise

Some academics believe Shanghai’s population has already passed the 25 million mark – with the real figure closer to 30 million. Photo: Xinhua
Some academics believe Shanghai’s population has already passed the 25 million mark – with the real figure closer to 30 million. Photo: Xinhua
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