Japan has been trying to boost its fertility rate for 30 years. Now the rest of the rich world is, too.
Tag: Birth Rates
How South Korea’s Dogs Became Members of the Family
They have become pampered family members in South Korea, which has the world’s lowest birthrate and where much of the population lives alone.
Putin Tries to Recruit More Soldiers, Encourage Bigger Families
President Vladimir Putin is throwing ever more resources at two interlocked priorities: recruiting more soldiers and encouraging bigger families.
As Many South Koreans Shun Marriage, Two Women Try to Redefine Family
Hwang Sunwoo and Kim Hana, who are single and live together, say South Korea’s laws should reflect the alternative unions that many of its people have chosen.
What Happened When This Italian Province Invested in Babies
The area around Bolzano has a thick network of family support provided by the government. That means a steady birthrate in a country facing a demographic plunge.
Welcome to Japan, Where the Bad News Is the Good News
The trend lines may be grim, but the Japanese aren’t sweating them.
Bosnia Was Once Emptied by War and Now Faces Peacetime Emigration
Bosnia is being hit by a combination of a low birthrate and emigration, a trend fueled by ethnic tensions and disgust with corruption.
How Shrinking Populations Fuel Divisive Politics
A look into the future shows the importance of immigration.
The Quiet Luxury of South Korea’s Postpartum Care Centers
Some new mothers say postpartum care centers are the best part of childbirth in South Korea, where fewer people are deciding to have children because of high costs.
Italy Misses a #MeToo Moment in Prime Minister Meloni’s Breakup
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni dumped her partner after leaks about come-ons to colleagues. But workplace harassment is still being taken for granted.