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China Accused of Harassing Women to Address Declining Birth Rate

Oct 8, 2024, 09:01 AM

The Chinese government is intensifying efforts to address its declining birth rate by directly involving itself in women's childbearing decisions. Officials are conducting door-to-door inquiries and making phone calls, which many find invasive. Additionally, the government has partnered with universities to develop courses promoting a positive view of marriage and childbearing. These measures come in the wake of the detrimental effects of China's one-child policy, as the country faces a potential demographic collapse. Critics argue that the government is harassing women into having more children.