State of the World from NPR

A Visit to a "Marriage Market" in China

May 15, 2024
China's changing demographic landscape prompts the exploration of a 'marriage market' where young hopefuls seek partners. The podcast delves into the government's push for increased birth rates and the impacts of the previous one-child policy. Gender disparities in household chores and economic consequences, such as the 'motherhood penalty,' are also examined.
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