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world-news1 year ago

Japan's Birth Rate Plummets to Historic Low

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.

via USA TODAY|
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social-issues2 years ago

China Launches Nationwide Population Survey to Address Declining Birth Rate and Promote 'Childbirth Culture'

China has launched a nationwide population survey, polling 1.4 million people, in an effort to address the declining birth rate and the country's first population drop in over six decades. The survey will last for two weeks and will help the government formulate policies related to economic, social development, and population. High childcare costs, gender discrimination, and traditional stereotypes have deterred many women from having children. China reported a population decline of approximately 850,000 people in 2022, prompting concerns about the country's future.

via Reuters|
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society2 years ago

Kerala: A Hauntingly Empty City in a Crowded World

As India becomes the world's most populous nation, some parts of the country are facing a crisis of population due to declining fertility rates and migration, leaving behind ghost towns inhabited by the elderly. Kumbanad, a town in Kerala state, is grappling with the consequences of an ageing society, with schools facing a shortage of students and teachers having to pay out of their pockets to bring students to school. The town is also home to many elderly residents living alone, with a lack of labour and a growing need for old-age homes. This is a story of demographic change that will be the story of the whole of India, finally.

via BBC|
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