Problems of declining birthrate

Depending on what we are, the answers may well vary, and they all make sense, but we know that declining birthrate is a common issue in many developed countries, including Japan. While the issue is complex, let me explain the details. 

Studies have shown that one factor, “growing income gap,” contributes low birthrate in Japan: This makes it difficult for young people to start families. While some has attributed this to a change in young people’s values, but this is not the case, as most young people want to get married. 

The government is trying to counter the trend. For example, it offers subsidies to young couples, enforces mandatory parental leave, and constructs more daycare facilities. However, this does not help increase the marriage rate yet.      Without a feasible solution, the demographic trends will result in a decline in population, as the seniors pass away. And, a reduced labor force could cause Japan’s economy to stagnate, leading to a drop in tax revenues, and potential collapse of social systems in turn. So, we need more research, discussions, and action on this issue. Thank you for your attention.

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decreaseは数の漸減を意味し、多少固い。declineは不可算な対象の中長期の漸減を示す。dropは急減。

start a family: 第一子をもうける