30% decline in Sri Lanka's birth rate, from 360,000 to 240,000 annual births, due to economic challenges and prioritizing income.
In Sri Lanka, a 30% decline in the birth rate is reported, with the number of annual births dropping from 360,000 to 240,000, according to Kalubowila Teaching Hospital gynecologist Prof. Ajith Fernando. Economic challenges and couples prioritizing income over having children are contributing factors. If this trend continues, Sri Lanka could face demographic challenges similar to Korea and China, leading to a difficult situation for the country.
May 12, 2024
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