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In a bid to save its workforce from a severe staffing crisis, South Korea has spent more than £200 billion on encouraging couples to have children.

Economic pressures, including high living costs and a demanding work culture, often deter young couples from starting families.

IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, February 28: The media reacts to French President Emmanuel Macron's suggestion that the West could send troops to Ukraine. Meanwhile, one of Germany's most notorious fugitives is arrested after more than 30 years on the run. In other news, South Korea's birth rate drops to…

South Korea's birth rate fell to a record low last year, the government said on Wednesday, despite having poured billions of dollars into efforts to encourage women to have more children and maintain population stability.

Learn about Spain's declining birth rate and its potential impact on population growth and economy.

Like an unwanted swallow out of season, the signs are that much of the world is entering a demographic winter with Britain, North America and Europe in the lead.

CHIANG MAI: The Ministry of Public Health will soon announce measures to promote artificial insemination among people wanting to be parents.

Discover why the average American family is choosing to have fewer children. Economic factors, career choices, and environmental concerns all play a role.

Drop in birth rate, Brexit, the pandemic and cost-of-living all to blame for the drop in demand for school places

China's record low birth rate and shrinking population pose significant challenges for its economy. The government is taking steps to encourage childbirth,...

Christmas is coming to Taipei and the city is at least partially decked out for the season. In Muzha, on the city’s outskirts, the Catholic church has set up a nativity scene. There is as yet no baby in the manger and the scene looks rather forlorn. That’s somehow appropriate…