Finland unveiled the most optimistic population projection in 17 years that sees immigration offsetting a slump in the number of babies born in the Nordic country.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced "adjustments" to Canada's immigration targets, which aim to cut the amount of people entering the country. Trudeau said the move would help pause population growth,

Canada recently announced a major reduction in the number of immigrants to tackle the increasing population growth.Public support for immigration has also seen a sharp decline due to the growing concerns on housing and social services.

Canada said Thursday it was significantly curbing immigration targets in an effort to “pause population growth,” a shift that comes as public support for immigration declines. The announcement comes after the Canadian population surged to 41 million, a rise largely fuelled by an unprecedented wave of new arrivals.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government is reducing inflows of newcomers for the first time in more than a decade, ushering in a new era for a country that once embraced high levels of immigration.

Canada said Thursday it was significantly curbing immigration targets in an effort to "pause" population growth, a shift that comes as public support for immigration declines.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada will accept 395,000 new permanent residents in 2025, a major drop from its target of 500,000 set out last year.