This book examines the history behind the formulation, implementation, and evaluation of population policies in the more developed, the less developed, and the least developed countries from 1950 until today, as well as their future prospects.A It links population policies with the theories of the demographic, epidemiological, and migratory transitions.A It begins by summarizing the demographic situation around the world, with an emphasis on population policies and their underlying theories.A Then, it reviews the early efforts to reduce mortality and fertility in the developing countries.A This is followed by a description of the internationalization of the debate on population issues and the transformation of these programs into more formal population policies, particularly in the developing countries.A The book reviews also the situation of the developed countries and their specific challenges a?? sub-replacement fertility, population aging, and immigration a?? and examines the...