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πŸ‡±πŸ‡» LSM
National & Local

Latvia has one of the lowest preterm birth rates in Europe. What are we doing right?

Latvia maintains a low preterm birth rate of 5.5%, comparable to Northern European countries, attributed to consistent research and healthcare measures.

Mar 19 β€’ 13:20 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

The low birth rate in Spain will drive the average inheritance up to 250,000 euros in about 20 years

Spain's declining birth rate is projected to result in an average inheritance of 250,000 euros in two decades, driven by fewer heirs and increasing wealth accumulation.

Mar 18 β€’ 16:50 UTC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Significant decrease in preschool-aged children – but not in Bjurholm

Sweden is experiencing a record low birth rate, with a notable 11% decrease in children aged 1-5 years, except for Bjurholm, which has seen a 17% increase.

Mar 15 β€’ 04:30 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

LEADERSHIP ⟩ How to Have Children

The article discusses the pressing issue of low birth rates in Estonia and suggests the need for societal changes to support child-rearing.

Mar 11 β€’ 20:00 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» LSM
National & Local

The Smallest Decline in Birth Rate in Latvia - South Kurzeme Municipality

Latvia has recorded a significant drop in birth rates, reaching a historic low last year, with the South Kurzeme municipality showing the least decline.

Mar 6 β€’ 16:21 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

RASMUS RASK: The delusion of Isamaa's growth

The article discusses Estonia's low birth rate and suggests that more than just financial support is needed to encourage higher fertility.

Mar 5 β€’ 05:45 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Low Birth Rate: The Country Leading the Podium and Where Argentina Stands in the Region

In Argentina, the birth rate has significantly declined by 40% in less than a decade, presenting demographic challenges as the country faces an aging population.

Mar 4 β€’ 12:01 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Crisis of Singles, 'Surplus' Women and 'Condom Tax': Why China's Bet on a Baby Boom Failed

China's birth rate has plummeted to a record low, causing concern for authorities as societal pressures around marriage and children intensify.

Mar 1 β€’ 09:01 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Newborns at All-Time Low in Japan, but Tokyo Sees Increase for First Time in 9 Years – Why?

Despite Japan's newborn population hitting an all-time low, Tokyo's birth rate has increased for the first time in nearly a decade, raising questions about effective policies.

Feb 27 β€’ 03:20 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Birth rate declines for the 10th consecutive year, expected to hit 705,000 in 2025 including foreigners

Japan's birth rate is expected to fall to 705,809 in 2025, marking a decade of decline and a record low due to ongoing depopulation issues.

Feb 26 β€’ 05:00 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Exclusive] Im Ho-geun Appointed as Population Policy Secretary After Nine Months of Easing of Lee Jae-myung's Government

Im Ho-geun has been appointed as the Population Policy Secretary in Lee Jae-myung's government, a position that had been vacant for nine months.

Feb 23 β€’ 06:02 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

MARI-VIVIAN ELLAM ⟩ Am I not considered dangerous as a stay-at-home mother?

Mari-Vivian Ellam, a mother of five, reflects on the societal perceptions of stay-at-home mothers in Estonia, feeling fulfilled yet criticized amid low birth rates.

Feb 16 β€’ 09:17 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ South China Morning Post
National & Local

China’s marriage rebound: will more 2025 knots bring more baby bumps in 2026?

China saw a significant increase in marriage registrations in 2025, which may positively influence the country's birth rate in 2026, although concerns about low fertility intentions persist.

Feb 13 β€’ 01:00 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Projected Employment Growth Rate to Drop to 0% in Ten Years Due to Low Birth Rates, Aging Population, and AI

A report predicts that South Korea's employment growth rate will stabilize at 0% by 2034, driven by low birth rates, an aging population, and advancements in AI technology.

Feb 12 β€’ 08:13 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

My Japanese Lawyer Heroes [Understanding the World]

The article discusses the author's experiences and observations during a visit to Japan, particularly focusing on low birth rates and poverty issues, and highlights differences in legal aid for the impoverished between South Korea and Japan.

Feb 11 β€’ 20:29 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡° Politiken
National & Local

Low fertility rate prompts France to encourage young people to have children

France's government is taking steps to combat its low birth rate by informing young citizens about reproductive choices.

Feb 10 β€’ 15:07 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡° Politiken
National & Local

France is forging new paths to raise the birth rate

The French government is launching initiatives to combat the low birth rate by encouraging informed reproductive choices among the population.

Feb 10 β€’ 15:07 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡° Politiken
National & Local

France's government urges to have children 'before it's too late'

The French government is taking measures to combat the low birth rate by encouraging informed reproductive choices among couples over 29 years old.

Feb 10 β€’ 15:07 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Low birth rate: the country that tops the podium and where Argentina stands in the region

Argentina faces a significant decline in birth rates, with births dropping by 40% in less than a decade, highlighting a demographic shift towards an aging population.

Feb 9 β€’ 10:30 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ Seznam ZprΓ‘vy
National & Local

Beijing has a problem. Low birth rate threatens the ambitions of the Chinese regime

China is facing a demographic crisis as its birth rate declines, which poses challenges to its political and economic ambitions.

Feb 9 β€’ 04:59 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή 15min
National & Local

Critically low birth rate in Lithuania could empty even small towns: this picture – already after a few decades

Experts discussed on 'Question of the Day' radio show about the critically low birth rate in Lithuania and its long-term implications for the population and small towns.

Feb 5 β€’ 11:10 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Buhung Emphasizes 'Low Birth Rate Solutions' at New Year's Ceremony

Buhung Group Chairman Lee Joong-geun highlighted national issues such as solutions to the low birth rate and the re-designation of UN Day as public holidays during a ceremony in Seoul.

Feb 5 β€’ 09:48 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Low Birth Rate, Immigration, and Robots

The article discusses the shift in Korea's response to its low birth rate, with rising optimism over robots and AI replacing the need for immigration.

Feb 4 β€’ 11:08 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

VIKTORIA LADΓ•NSKAJA-KUBITS ⟩ Low fertility rate or how politicians betray the constitution

Recent statistics confirm a drop in birth rates, marking the second time in history that annual births fell below ten thousand, coupled with a negative migration balance, while politicians continue to disregard constitutional principles, as discussed by columnist and former parliament member Viktoria LadΓ΅nskaja-Kubits.

Feb 3 β€’ 11:00 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ ABC
National & Local

Low birth rate hits the toy industry: sells less than in 2011 and prices stagnate

The toy industry is struggling due to a declining birth rate, selling less than in 2011 with prices stagnating and an increase in costs of only 3.5% over five years, while 36 companies have disappeared in just two years.

Jan 4 β€’ 02:01 UTC

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