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South Korea Births Jump 6.8%, Lifting Fertility to 0.80
society2 days ago

South Korea Births Jump 6.8%, Lifting Fertility to 0.80

South Korea’s births rose 6.8% in 2025 to 254,500—the largest yearly increase in 18 years—lifting the total fertility rate to 0.80. The rebound, helped by the early- to mid-1990s cohort entering peak childbearing age (the so-called second echo-boom) and continued government incentives for marriage and childbirth, follows two years of gains and comes as firstborns rose 8.6% and the average maternal age reached 33.8. While the trend signals a demographic upswing, the fertility rate remains the OECD’s lowest.

via 조선일보|
#birth-rate#demographics#fertility-rate
War drains birthrates in Ukraine and Russia, signaling long-term economic strain
world4 days ago

War drains birthrates in Ukraine and Russia, signaling long-term economic strain

Four years of Russia's invasion have driven Ukraine’s fertility rate to about 1.00 births per woman in 2025, with some estimates as low as 0.8–0.9. Russia’s fertility rate has fallen to around 1.37 in 2025 despite incentives to boost births, and the combined demographic squeeze—due to war, displacement and insecurity—could depress future labor supply and growth for both countries, even after peace, with migration likely to continue.

via CNBC|
#birth-rate#demographics#migration
Armenia's Opposition floats a 'Ministry of Sex' to curb dissatisfaction and boost births
politics25 days ago

Armenia's Opposition floats a 'Ministry of Sex' to curb dissatisfaction and boost births

Armenia’s opposition Strong Armenia party floated creating a dedicated Ministry of Sex to ensure there are “no unsatisfied women” and to address Armenia’s falling birth rate. The idea, proposed by Sargis Karapetyan after a podcast discussion and linked to activism among certain voters, drew swift backlash as critics called it sexist. Karapetyan suggested the department could also address population decline, though policy details were not outlined. The plan comes as Strong Armenia eyes a formal prime minister candidate by Feb. 12, with polls placing it second behind the ruling Civil Contract party; potential candidate Narek Karapetyan (nephew of billionaire Samvel Karapetyan) has been mentioned by local media.

via Daily Mail|
#armenia#birth-rate#ministry-of-sex
world1 month ago

China’s population shrinks for a fourth year as births hit a historic low

China’s population declined for the fourth straight year to about 1.404 billion in 2025, with births at 7.92 million and a birth rate of 5.63 per 1,000—the lowest since 1949—despite subsidies and policy tweaks intended to boost births; analysts say aging demographics and high costs are weighing on family formation, and reforms to pension systems and tax bases may be needed to sustain growth as the economy shifts away from labor-intensive industries.

via Politico|
#aging-population#birth-rate#china
Trump's Fertility Push Stalls as Conservatives Push for More Baby-Friendly Policies
politics1 month ago

Trump's Fertility Push Stalls as Conservatives Push for More Baby-Friendly Policies

Despite high-profile pledges from Trump and allies to boost U.S. birthrates, the administration has moved slowly: attempts to expand tax credits or create a universal baby bonus failed, IVF cost reductions were narrow, and a planned White House family summit fizzled, leaving conservatives frustrated as the birthrate hit a new low and policy remains largely unprioritized beyond immigration focus.

via The New York Times|
#birth-rate#conservatives#family-policy
Japan's Population Declines Sharply in 2024 Amid Rising Foreign Residents
world6 months ago

Japan's Population Declines Sharply in 2024 Amid Rising Foreign Residents

Japan experienced its steepest population decline since 1968 last year, with nearly a million more deaths than births, driven by low fertility rates, an aging population, and limited impact of government policies. Despite record foreign residents, the country faces significant demographic challenges affecting its economy and social systems, with cultural and economic barriers hindering efforts to boost birth rates.

via BBC|
#aging-population#birth-rate#immigration
US Fertility Rate Hits Record Low in 2024, CDC Reports
health7 months ago

US Fertility Rate Hits Record Low in 2024, CDC Reports

The US fertility rate hit a historic low in 2024 at less than 1.6 children per woman, aligning with rates in Western Europe, due to delayed childbearing and economic concerns, though overall population growth continues. Despite government efforts to boost birth rates, experts suggest these measures are symbolic and that demographic shifts are part of a longer-term trend of fertility delay.

via Scripps News|
#birth-rate#cdc#fertility-rate
Tokyo Launches Government-Run Dating App to Boost Birthrate
society1 year ago

Tokyo Launches Government-Run Dating App to Boost Birthrate

Tokyo City Hall is developing a dating app called "Tokyo Futari Story" to encourage marriage and childbirth amid declining marriage and birth rates in Japan. The app, expected to launch later this year, may require identity verification and other personal details. The initiative is part of broader efforts to address labor shortages and support families, including cash payments and child-care facilities.

via The Associated Press|
#birth-rate#dating-app#japan
Japan Launches Dating App Amid Record Low Birth Rate
demographics1 year ago

Japan Launches Dating App Amid Record Low Birth Rate

Japan's birth rate hit a record low for the eighth consecutive year in 2023, with only 727,277 babies born, a 5.6% drop from the previous year. The number of marriages also fell by 6%, contributing to the declining birth rate. The government is implementing financial support measures to encourage childrearing, but experts argue that these efforts may not be enough to reverse the trend, citing economic instability, traditional gender roles, and a reluctance among young people to marry or have children. Japan's population is projected to fall by 30% by 2070.

via The Associated Press|
#birth-rate#demographics#government-policy
demographics1 year ago

Japan's Native Population Continues Record Decline

Japan's native population is declining at a record rate as births plunge, exacerbating the country's demographic crisis. The number of births in 2021 fell to the lowest level since records began in 1899, while deaths reached a postwar high, leading to a natural population decline of almost 900,000. This trend highlights the challenges posed by Japan's rapidly aging population and low birth rate, which have significant implications for the country's economy and social welfare system.

via Financial Times|
#aging-population#birth-rate#demographic-crisis
"Japanese Diaper Maker Shifts Focus to Adult Nappies Amid Declining Birth Rates"
business1 year ago

"Japanese Diaper Maker Shifts Focus to Adult Nappies Amid Declining Birth Rates"

Oji Holdings, a diaper manufacturer in Japan, will stop producing infant diapers in the country due to declining birth rates and will transition to producing diapers for older people, as the demand for adult diapers has surpassed that of infant diapers for over a decade. With Japan's elderly population using more diapers than infants, the company plans to focus on businesses with high profitability and growth potential, including products for older people, while expanding infant diaper production in Malaysia and Indonesia where demand is expected to grow.

via Newser|
#aging-population#birth-rate#business