Japan's Birth Rate Plummets to Historic Low
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Japan's birth rate has hit a record low, with 758,631 babies born in 2023, marking a 5.1% decrease from the previous year. Factors contributing to the decline include a drop in married couples, disinterest in having children among unmarried individuals, and economic concerns. The government has expressed urgency in addressing the issue, as Japan's population is expected to decrease by 30% to 87 million by 2070, posing national security and economic challenges. Similar declining birth rate trends are observed in China, South Korea, and the U.S., with global fertility rates below the replacement level.
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