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Spatial (Regional) Differences of Demographic Development in the Republic of Croatia

Demographic development in Croatia has shown considerable spatial discrepancies. Settlement patterns are extremely unequal. Rural areas are depleted ; population is clustered around a small number of central settlements. The domination of Zagreb in all segments of society is accelerating. Migration shows the full extent of dichotomy: ten counties have a positive migration balance, while eleven have a negative one. All counties are beset by reproductive depopulation. As many as 18 out of 21 counties are experiencing deep demographic aging. Trends are also unfavorable. Densely populated regions are recording further population growth, while sparsely populated ones are subject to constant depopulation, with unpromising biological and educational structures. This is a limiting factor for further development. It is necessary to implement a planned and functional redistribution of population. Faster economic growth is a key prerequisite to the alleviation of very unfavorable demographic trends.

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