Confronting the Global Fertility Crisis: Five Pillars for Humanity’s Future

A recent Global Fertility Crisis Forum in Hong Kong addressed the worldwide decline in fertility rates, which have fallen below replacement levels in most of the world. Leaders from the UN, academia, government, and business convened to discuss the economic, social, and technological factors contributing to this demographic shift. The forum emphasized the need for urgent action to reverse this trend, highlighting its potential impact on economic stability and cultural continuity. A key outcome was the articulation of five advocacies: global consensus, government responsibility, corporate engagement, and social support. These advocacies serve as a framework for governments, corporations, and societies to promote fertility-friendly policies and environments, aiming to restore replacement-level fertility globally.

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