The World as 100 People over the past two centuries.

while not a 100% causation, all these graphs are happening at the same time that market economies became more prevalent throughout the world, especially in india and asia.

If the world is really run by some super duper secret evil cabal, it seems like they must really suck at being evil.

Healthcare and agriculture will always keep up with population. Advances in technology always come at the right time. We've had what? 3 periods classified as a Green Revolution. All of which were absolutely necessary for the survival of the planets population. Technology will keep pace. It has so far. And will continue to do so.