Baby Blues

Japan's birth rate hit a record low in 2023, continuing a worrying trend for the country. For the first time, the population fell by 848,659 people — the number of births subtracted by the number of deaths — the largest decline ever recorded. 📉👶

This decline highlights the challenges Japan faces with its aging population and shrinking workforce. The government is stepping up efforts to address the demographic crisis, but reversing the trend remains a significant hurdle.

Source: Tha Japan Times
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