Year of the Dragon promises a baby boom • Table.Briefings

China expects a baby boom in 2024: children born in the Year of the Dragon are considered charismatic and self-confident.

In Chinese culture, the approaching Year of the Dragon is considered a perfect time to have children. The Communist Party leadership hopes for a baby boom. However, this will not change the trend much: China’s population will continue to shrink.

In the West, we know the dragon as a fire-breathing monster that spreads fear and terror. In the Far East, however, the dragon is associated with a wise, benevolent and divine mythical creature that protects against evil spirits.

Year of the Dragon promises a baby boom – but only for a short time

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