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China is on track to record its lowest number of new marriages this year, according to official data, as the country grapples with a deepening demographic crisis.
In the first three quarters of 2024, only 4.74 million couples registered to marry, a decline of 16.6% from last year. This follows a trend from 2013’s peak of over 13 million marriages.
The drop in marriage rates coincides with falling birth rates, prompting concern from Beijing over the implications for the economy.
Despite government initiatives aimed at promoting marriage and childbirth—such as financial incentives and blind dating events—many young adults are postponing or choosing not to marry. This is largely due to high unemployment and the rising cost of living.
The situation reflects a significant cultural shift, particularly among women, who are prioritizing education and independence over traditional marriage roles.
China’s marriage policies face an uphill battle as the country seeks to reverse these troubling trends amid ongoing societal changes.
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