Saudi Arabia's population growth rate experienced a steady decline from a high of in 1990 to by 2015, reflecting changes in labor migration policies and slower natural population increases. Notable spikes, such as in 2006 at , correspond to significant economic expansions and infrastructural projects that attracted expatriates.
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic saw growth drop to in 2020 and - in 2021. However, recent efforts to diversify the economy and attract skilled migrants boosted growth to in 2023. This recovery highlights the role of strategic policies in revitalizing demographic trends.
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic saw growth drop to in 2020 and - in 2021. However, recent efforts to diversify the economy and attract skilled migrants boosted growth to in 2023. This recovery highlights the role of strategic policies in revitalizing demographic trends.
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