Greece Unveils €1 Billion Plan to Combat Declining Birthrate

The government introduces tax breaks, childcare benefits, and other measures to address the demographic crisis.

Greece has one of Europe's lowest fertility rates, with 2022 marking its lowest-ever number of births.
The new measures include tax relief for new parents, daycare vouchers, a rise in the minimum wage, and pension increases.
Experts are skeptical about the plan's effectiveness, citing the need for broader economic and social reforms.
The demographic issue is partly attributed to Greece's prolonged financial crisis, high emigration, and changing attitudes among the youth.
Similar population challenges are faced by other countries in Europe, as well as China and Japan, while sub-Saharan Africa experiences a population surge.