Poverty rates have plunged, but can we all live like the Swiss by 2100?

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 2 min read 100% complete by Massoud AminJanuary 19, 2026 at 10:30 PM

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The article examines the possibility of achieving Swiss living standards globally by 2100, building on significant progress made since 1900 in areas like life expectancy, literacy, and poverty reduction. It highlights the dramatic decrease in extreme poverty, from 2.3 billion in 1990 to 831 million in 2025, attributed to economic growth, particularly in Asia. Projections suggest the global economy could double by the mid-2050s, further improving living standards. The article addresses concerns about resource depletion, noting that increased energy demand can be met through renewable energy and efficiency improvements. The central question is whether continued progress and strategic choices can elevate global living standards to those currently enjoyed in Switzerland by the end of the century.

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Fathom Consulting 40% East Asia 60% South Asia 60% World Bank 70% Switzerland 80%

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poverty reduction 90% living standards 80% economic growth 70% global economy 60% extreme poverty 60% energy demand 50% renewable energy 50% switzerland 40%

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South China Morning Post

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Center-Right (0.50)

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90%

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Switzerland

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