What happened to the birth rate in Argentina over the last 15 years?

The birth rate in Argentina over the past 15 years has drawn significant attention following recent remarks by President Javier Milei. During a speech at the Council of the Americas, Milei linked the decline in new births directly to the legalization of abortion in the country, bringing the ongoing demographic trend back into the public spotlight amid discussions that Argentina's birth rate is falling short of standard replacement levels.

Simultaneously, regional demographic shifts are drawing focus elsewhere, such as in the province of La Altagracia. Driven by tourism growth, urban expansion, and an influx of workers from across the country, the region is experiencing distinct population dynamics, including a population of roughly 37,469 adults aged 60 and older whose healthcare needs highlight the changing demands of a growing community.