The population of the European Union (EU) has soared to a record high of 450.4 million in 2024, marking an increase of 1.07 million from the previous year. Amidst a persistent trend of more deaths than births, immigration has emerged as the primary catalyst for population growth. In 2024, the EU witnessed a net immigration inflow of 2.3 million individuals, effectively counterbalancing the natural decline in population.