China's Health Commission pushes for marriage and childbirth at "appropriate ages" to combat declining birth rate and shrinking population.

China's National Health Commission is advocating for marriage and childbirth at "appropriate ages" to combat a declining birth rate and shrinking population. Deputy head Yu Xuejun emphasized shared parenting responsibilities and a cultural shift towards family. This initiative follows a second consecutive year of population decline and record low births in 2023, driven by high childcare costs, reluctance to marry, and traditional gender roles.

September 13, 2024
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