Birthrate Up in South Korea After Nine-Year Decline, Marriages Surge
South Korea’s fertility rate rises to 0.75 in 2024, marking the first increase in nine years, driven by a surge in marriages.
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South Korea Sees Birth Rate Rise for the First Time in Nine Years in 2024
After nine years of decline, South Korea’s birth rate is set to rise in 2024, signaling hopeful changes for the nation’s demographics and future.
China’s Birthrate Surges in 2024 Amid Baby-Friendly Policies
In 2024, China saw a rise in newborns and birth rates for the first time in years, driven by a baby boom during the Year of the Dragon and supportive policies.
China Enhances Maternity and Nanny Standards to Support Childbirth
China introduces new standards for maternity matrons and nannies to support childbirth amid shifting demographics, effective March 2025.
China Launches 13 Policies to Boost Birth Rates Amid Aging Population
China introduces 13 new policies aimed at boosting birth rates and addressing the challenges of a rapidly aging population, enhancing support in childcare, education, and housing.
China Unveils Reforms to Tackle Aging Population and Low Birth Rates
China concludes its third plenary session with significant reforms aimed at boosting birth rates and supporting its aging population through enhanced childcare and elderly care policies.
Shanghai Health Insurance Now Covers Assisted Reproductive Services
Shanghai expands health insurance to cover 12 assisted reproductive services, aiming to boost the city’s birth rate.
Taiwan’s New Leader Sparks Tensions with Independence Stance
Taiwan’s new leader Lai Ching-te’s advocacy for ‘Taiwan independence’ has raised tensions, sparking fears of conflict and impacting societal dynamics.