Fertility Rates and Future Policies

This chapter examines the declining fertility rates in East Asia, particularly focusing on China, Japan, and South Korea, while discussing the socio-economic factors influencing these trends. It explores provocative policy proposals related to pensions and childbearing, including the potential impact of denying pensions to those without children. The narrative intertwines themes of societal dynamics, mental health, and the implications of such policies on various demographics, creating a thought-provoking discourse on a dystopian future.