World's population: 6,503,504,342

So at 50%, we would go back to world population levels from 1964...


But like SFTS points out, perhaps most of that 50% loss will occur in 3rd world countries.

What effect will that have on the world's economy? Will the developed nations be more tempted to move into these areas and exploit them once they are even weaker?

From the U.S. Perspective, Mexico would clearly suffer trmendously, being as poor and incapable as it is.

But then, all government social services and private services will be overwhelmed.

But I cannot help but wonder, why would 3rd world countries be effected more? No medical establishment can cope with this...