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SocietyChina’s marriage rate falls to an 18-year low in the first nine months

China’s marriage rate over the first nine months of this year sank to its lowest level in 18 years, raising concerns about falling births and demographic pressure in a country where having children remains closely linked to marriage.

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RReuters★★★☆☆2026-11-06 03:00Original

China’s marriage rate falls to an 18-year low in the first nine months
China’s marriage rate falls to an 18-year low in the first nine monthsSociety