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Singapore faces population decline amid low birth rates and child-rearing costs

Singapore is facing a potential population decline due to a persistently low birth rate, with many married couples opting out of having children. Factors influencing this decision include the high cost of raising children, a desire to prioritize careers and personal lifestyles, and a perceived lack of reward in child-rearing. The city-state is considering future strategies that may involve increased reliance on robots and immigrants to counter these demographic trends. AI

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Singapore faces population decline amid low birth rates and child-rearing costs

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Jean Iau ·

    Is super-ageing Singapore headed for population decline?

    Five years into her marriage to a finance executive, Clare* is still doing the sums on leaving behind a life unencumbered by the high price of parenthood. At 31, the Singaporean doctor instead finds herself wondering if she will feel different about their “dink” (dual income, no …