China offers cash incentives to encourage marriage and childbirth amid declining rates.

China is offering cash incentives and benefits to boost its declining marriage and birth rates. In Luliang, Shanxi province, newlyweds receive 1,500 yuan ($205), and families receive additional payments for each child, up to 8,000 yuan for a third child. Despite these rewards, experts say high education and childcare costs, and a tough job market, are discouraging young people from having children.

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