Faced with ageing population, Vietnam seeks to curb falling birthrate
Summary
Vietnam is facing a rapid decline in its birthrate and an ageing population. After more than 40 years of a two-child policy, the government lifted the restriction in 2025 and is now encouraging families to have more children to address future labor shortages.Key Facts
- Vietnam has a population of over 100 million people.
- The current fertility rate is 1.9 children per woman, which is considered low.
- For over 40 years, Vietnam had a two-child policy to control population growth.
- The two-child policy was officially removed in June 2025.
- The government is now working to increase birthrates because of an ageing population.
- The ageing population may lead to shortages in the workforce in the future.
- Efforts are being made to persuade citizens to have more children to support the economy.
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